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Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion
No age stated on pack — scored for 0–5 months.
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How we got 4.5 ShowHide
Rates 6.5/10 on the rest of its formulation — the cap is a targeted caution, not a problem with the whole product.
Reviewed 7 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This baby lotion contains 'Fragrance', which is a significant concern for a product intended for children due to the potential for undisclosed allergens and skin sensitization. While it includes several emollients and humectants like Isopropyl Palmitate and Glycerin, the presence of synthetic fragrance in a baby product warrants caution for parents, especially those with children prone to sensitive skin or allergies. The product is otherwise formulated with common cosmetic ingredients, but the lack of transparency regarding the fragrance blend is a major drawback for its target audience.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Isopropyl Palmitate
- Glycerin
- Cocoglycerides
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Panthenol
Contains undisclosed fragrance, a concern for sensitive baby skin
This baby lotion contains 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of its components, which is a significant concern for infants and young children due to the risk of skin sensitization and allergic reactions. While the lotion provides moisturization from ingredients like Isopropyl Palmitate and Glycerin, parents of children with sensitive skin or known allergies should exercise caution. The formulation also includes several beneficial skin conditioning agents, but these are listed in trace amounts.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for baby. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Infants under 1
LimitContains 'Fragrance', which may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Parents should patch test or avoid if their child has known sensitivities.
Why the score is capped
Undisclosed fragrance in a baby product (allergens not named)
Rule PC-CAP-12
What's good
Contains several emollients and humectants like Isopropyl Palmitate, Glycerin, and Cocoglycerides for skin hydration and softness.
Includes mild preservatives and pH adjusters for product stability.
Watch out for
Undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, which can contain allergens and sensitizers, especially for sensitive baby skin.
Disodium EDTA — disodium EDTA is a chelating agent that keeps a product stable and clear. It has been flagged in some studies for potential endocrine-disrupting properties; regulatory consensus is not yet established, so it is noted as a low-level concern rather than a confirmed hazard.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Fragrance
"Fragrance" or "parfum" is a catch-all term that can conceal a blend of hundreds of undisclosed chemicals, including known allergens, sensitisers, and potential endocrine disruptors. The EU now mandates disclosure of 82 specific fragrance allergens. People with fragrance sensitivity, asthma, or contact dermatitis should prefer fragrance-free products.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 2023/1545; IFRA
Fragrance: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
The product contains 'Fragrance', which is an undisclosed mix of chemicals. This is a common allergen and sensitizer, particularly concerning for baby products where skin is more delicate and prone to reactions. EU regulations require specific declaration of known fragrance allergens above certain thresholds, but 'Fragrance' itself does not provide this transparency.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The term "nourishing" is a subjective benefit claim that cannot be objectively verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition information.
The ingredient list does not explicitly mention dyes, but it also does not explicitly state the absence of all coloring agents, making the claim unverifiable from the provided information.
Phthalates are not typically listed as direct ingredients but can be components of fragrances. The label lists "Fragrance" without further detail, making the absence of phthalates unverifiable.
The claim refers to "10X ingredients" for moisturizing, but the label does not specify what these 10 ingredients are or how they provide 10 times the moisturizing effect, making the claim unverifiable.
The ingredient list includes "Milk Protein" and "Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Protein", confirming the presence of milk and rice components.
The ingredient list includes "Milk Protein" and "Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Protein" (rice extracts), confirming their presence. The benefits of nourishing and protecting from dryness are associated with these ingredients in skincare.
The ingredient list does not contain any parabens.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Water
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Isopropyl Palmitate
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Glycerin
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Cocoglycerides
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Cetyl Alcohol
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PEG-100 Stearate
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Dimethicone
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Phenoxyethanol
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Carbomer
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Fragrance undisclosed fragrance
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p-Anisic Acid
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Disodium EDTA
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Panthenol
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Xanthan Gum
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Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
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Milk Protein
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Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Protein
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Magnesium Aspartate
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Zinc Gluconate
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Copper Gluconate
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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What are the ingredients in Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion?
The label of Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion lists 24 ingredients, in label order: Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Cocoglycerides, Cetyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Glyceryl Stearate, Fragrance, p-Anisic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Milk Protein, Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Protein, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Copper Gluconate. Flagged by the analysis: Fragrance, Disodium EDTA.
Is Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion safe to use?
Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion scores 4.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This baby lotion contains 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of its components, which is a significant concern for infants and young children due to the risk of skin sensitization and allergic reactions. While the lotion provides moisturization from ingredients like Isopropyl Palmitate and Glycerin, parents of children with sensitive skin or known allergies should exercise caution. The formulation also includes several beneficial skin conditioning agents, but these are listed in trace amounts.
Why does Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion score 4.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, which can contain allergens and sensitizers, especially for sensitive baby skin. Disodium EDTA — disodium EDTA is a chelating agent that keeps a product stable and clear. It has been flagged in some studies for potential endocrine-disrupting properties; regulatory consensus is not yet established, so it is noted as a low-level concern rather than a confirmed hazard.
Who should avoid Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding undisclosed fragrance blends.
Is Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Limit.
Does Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion contain fragrance?
Yes — the ingredient list includes Fragrance. Fragrance is declared as a single ingredient, so the individual scent chemicals in it are not named. This matters mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Are the claims on the Nourishing Milk & Rice Baby Lotion pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 7 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Nourishing" — can't be verified from the label. "no added dyes" — can't be verified from the label. "no added phthalates" — can't be verified from the label.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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