Is stearyl glycyrrhetinate safe for baby skin?
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Baby skin
stearyl glycyrrhetinate
NO KNOWN RISKS93
/100
Also relevant: pregnancy safety
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Is stearyl glycyrrhetinate safe during pregnancy? →Gentle products containing stearyl glycyrrhetinate

Kao
Kao Curel Intensive Moisture Care UV Protection Facial Milk SPF30 PA+++ - 30ml (4ea) Set

Fancl
Fancl Stick Concealer Refill SPF25 PA++ - 1 pc

Kao
Kao Curel Intensive Moisture Care Foaming Wash - Refill 130ml 4pcs Set

Kose
Kose Ceramiaid Medicated Foaming Face & Body Wash & Refill Set

ETVOS
ETVOS Uv Compact Spf45 Pa+++

Kose
Kose Ceramiaid Medicated Skin Cream

Kao Curel Intensive Moisture Care Foaming Wash - Refill 130ml

Kao
Kao Curel Intensive Moisture Care In-Shower Moisture Barrier Cream - 310g
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Ingredients — Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
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- Is stearyl glycyrrhetinate safe for baby skin?
- No evidence of reproductive or mechanistic hazard for infants. As a lipophilic cosmetic ester (stearyl glycyrrhetinate) there is potential for low but measurable dermal absorption versus a completely non‑absorbable substance, so exposure score increased by +1 for infants (per instructions). No infant‑specific toxicity data found.
- Is stearyl glycyrrhetinate safe for newborns?
- No evidence of reproductive or mechanistic hazard for infants. As a lipophilic cosmetic ester (stearyl glycyrrhetinate) there is potential for low but measurable dermal absorption versus a completely non‑absorbable substance, so exposure score increased by +1 for infants (per instructions). No infant‑specific toxicity data found.
- Can I use stearyl glycyrrhetinate on a baby under 6 months?
- We don't have baby-skin-specific data for stearyl glycyrrhetinate. Stick to ingredients we've marked no known risks for babies until more evidence is available.
- What are safer alternatives to stearyl glycyrrhetinate for babies?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to stearyl glycyrrhetinate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
- How does VeriMom rate stearyl glycyrrhetinate for baby skin?
- VeriMom scores stearyl glycyrrhetinate at 93/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.