Is diethylhexyl adipate safe for baby skin?

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• Is diethylhexyl adipate safe during pregnancy?
• Should I avoid diethylhexyl adipate during pregnancy?
• What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to diethylhexyl adipate?

Frequently asked questions

Is diethylhexyl adipate safe for baby skin?

Animal reproductive/developmental data indicate DEHA (bis(2‑ethylhexyl) adipate) can produce foetotoxic effects in rodents. Infant skin has higher exposure per kg and an immature barrier; therefore exposure score is increased by +1. There are no infant-specific toxicokinetic or clinical studies for topical cosmetic use. (PubMed developmental study; ECHA substance info).

Is diethylhexyl adipate safe for newborns?

Animal reproductive/developmental data indicate DEHA (bis(2‑ethylhexyl) adipate) can produce foetotoxic effects in rodents. Infant skin has higher exposure per kg and an immature barrier; therefore exposure score is increased by +1. There are no infant-specific toxicokinetic or clinical studies for topical cosmetic use. (PubMed developmental study; ECHA substance info).

Can I use diethylhexyl adipate on a baby under 6 months?

We don't have baby-skin-specific data for diethylhexyl adipate. Stick to ingredients we've marked no known risks for babies until more evidence is available.

What are safer alternatives to diethylhexyl adipate for babies?

See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to diethylhexyl adipate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.

How does VeriMom rate diethylhexyl adipate for baby skin?

VeriMom scores diethylhexyl adipate at 33/100 (high risk) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.