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CeraMax bath time buddy!
No age stated on pack — scored for 0–5 months.
Decode Label Safety Score
How we got 3.5 ShowHide
Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This baby soap contains several mild cleansing agents, but the presence of undisclosed 'Fragrance' and the potent sensitizers Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone are significant concerns for a baby product. While these isothiazolinone preservatives are listed in trace amounts and are in a rinse-off product, their use is generally avoided in products for infants and those with sensitive skin due to high sensitization potential. The undisclosed fragrance also raises concerns for potential allergens not explicitly listed, which is particularly problematic for delicate baby skin. Individuals with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies should exercise caution.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
- Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
- Glycerin
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Tocopheryl Acetate
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Undisclosed Fragrance and Potent Preservatives in Baby Soap
The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This baby soap uses mild cleansing agents suitable for delicate skin. However, it contains undisclosed 'Fragrance', which can hide potential allergens, and the preservatives Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone, known for their high sensitization potential. While these preservatives are present in trace amounts and are in a rinse-off product, their inclusion is a significant concern for baby products and those with sensitive skin.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Methylchloroisothiazolinone is declared.
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 undisclosed 'Fragrance' which may contain allergens. Parents of children with sensitive skin or known allergies should exercise caution.
Contains Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone, which are potent sensitizers. While in trace amounts and a rinse-off product, these are generally avoided in baby products due to the risk of contact sensitization.
Why the score is capped
Contains an isothiazolinone contact sensitizer — MCI/MI (EU SCCS)
Rule PC-CAP-15
Undisclosed fragrance in a baby product (allergens not named)
Rule PC-CAP-12
What's good
Uses mild, sulfate-free surfactants (Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate) suitable for sensitive skin
Contains humectants (Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid) for skin hydration
Includes skin-conditioning ingredients (Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceramides) to support skin barrier function
Watch out for
Undisclosed 'Fragrance' can contain allergens not listed individually, posing a risk for sensitive skin
Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone are potent sensitizers, even in rinse-off products and trace amounts, and are generally avoided in baby care
Phenoxyethanol — common preservative - capped at 1%; French regulator advises caution for under-3s.
TETRASODIUM EDTA — tetrasodium 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.
Methylisothiazolinone
MI and its chlorinated partner MCI are preservatives and recognised contact sensitisers. After MI replaced parabens in many products, European dermatology clinics recorded a sharp rise in contact allergy to it. Contact allergy, once acquired, is usually long-lasting, so people already sensitised to MI are advised to avoid it. EU rules ban MI from leave-on cosmetics (since 2017) and limit it to 15 ppm in rinse-off products. Whether a particular product causes a reaction depends on the person, the concentration and the contact time, which the label alone cannot show.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 2017/1224; SCCS Opinion SCCS/1521/13; British Journal of Dermatology (MI epidemic)
Methylisothiazolinone: regulation, sources and other products →Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol is the most widely used paraben-free preservative. The EU limits it to 1% in cosmetics (SCCS has confirmed this is safe for adults), and the French regulator ANSM advised in 2012 against leave-on products containing it for the nappy area of children under three and recommended a lower concentration for them. It can irritate sensitive skin.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex V (max 1.0%); SCCS opinion SCCS/1575/16; ANSM recommendation (2012)
Phenoxyethanol: regulation, sources and other products →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
Contains Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone, potent contact sensitizers. These are restricted in EU rinse-off cosmetics and prohibited in leave-on products due to their high sensitization potential (EU Reg. 2016/1198).
Contains 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of individual fragrance allergens. This is a common source of skin irritation and allergic reactions, especially concerning in baby products (EU Reg. 1223/2009 Art. 19 + Annex III).
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.
Ceramide NP and Ceramide AP are listed, but the specific types '1, 3, and 6-II' are not detailed in the ingredient list, so the claim about specific ceramide types is unverifiable.
The ingredient list does not explicitly state the absence of phthalates, and phthalates are not typically listed as direct ingredients but rather as components of fragrance or plasticizers, making this claim unverifiable from the provided ingredient list.
Ceramide NP and Ceramide AP are listed in the ingredients, which supports the 'CeraMax' claim.
The ingredient list does not contain any traditional soap ingredients (e.g., sodium olivate, sodium cocoate, sodium tallowate, or saponified oils), supporting the claim of a 100% soap-free formula.
Tocopheryl Acetate, a form of Vitamin E, is listed in the ingredients.
Hyaluronic Acid is listed in the ingredients.
Glycerin is listed as an ingredient, which is a known moisturizing agent, supporting the claim that the syndet bar contains a moisturizing agent.
No parabens (e.g., methylparaben, propylparaben) are listed in the ingredients.
The ingredient list does not contain common sulfates (e.g., Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate).
BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole) and BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) are not listed in the ingredients.
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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Stearic Acid
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
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Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
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Water
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Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
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Glycerin
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Fragrance undisclosed fragrance
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Sodium Chloride
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Citric Acid
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Tetrasodium EDTA
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Titanium Dioxide
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Disodium Etidronate
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Allantoin
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Hyaluronic Acid
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Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
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Ceramide NP
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Ceramide AP
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Phenoxyethanol
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Phytosphingosine
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Cholesterol
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Methylchloroisothiazolinone
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Methylisothiazolinone
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Carbomer
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Xanthan Gum
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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
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What are the ingredients in CeraMax bath time buddy!?
The label of CeraMax bath time buddy! lists 28 ingredients, in label order: STEARIC ACID, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Water, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Fragrance, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, TETRASODIUM EDTA, Titanium Dioxide, Disodium Etidronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Phenoxyethanol, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin. Flagged by the analysis: Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, TETRASODIUM EDTA.
Is CeraMax bath time buddy! safe to use?
CeraMax bath time buddy! scores 3.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This baby soap uses mild cleansing agents suitable for delicate skin. However, it contains undisclosed 'Fragrance', which can hide potential allergens, and the preservatives Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone, known for their high sensitization potential. While these preservatives are present in trace amounts and are in a rinse-off product, their inclusion is a significant concern for baby products and those with sensitive skin.
Why does CeraMax bath time buddy! score 3.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Undisclosed 'Fragrance' can contain allergens not listed individually, posing a risk for sensitive skin. Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone are potent sensitizers, even in rinse-off products and trace amounts, and are generally avoided in baby care. Phenoxyethanol — common preservative - capped at 1%; French regulator advises caution for under-3s.
Who should avoid CeraMax bath time buddy!?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding undisclosed fragrance blends; Avoiding isothiazolinone preservatives.
Is CeraMax bath time buddy! suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Limit.
Does CeraMax bath time buddy! 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 CeraMax bath time buddy! pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 10 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "enriched with essential Ceramides 1, 3, and 6-II" — can't be verified from the label. "FREE FROM: 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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