Pediatr Dermatol. 2024 Apr 27. doi: 10.1111/pde.15633. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Considering consumer trends toward the use of “clean” personal care products and increasing recognition of childhood allergic contact dermatitis, we sought to characterize the allergen profile of such children’s products.
METHODS: Ingredients of baby washes/shampoos, bubble baths, and moisturizers identified using the “Clean Baby” filter on TargetĀ®’s online marketplace were analyzed for relevant pediatric contact allergens.
RESULTS: Product compositions declared fragrance in 82% of products, Compositae in 46%, cocamidopropyl betaine in 45%, glucosides in 37%, propylene glycol in 12%, lanolin in 1%, and no allergens in 9%-methylisothiazolinone and formaldehyde were not found.
CONCLUSION: Children are greatly impacted by atopic dermatitis and skin barrier dysfunction, which underscores a need for greater public awareness of sensitizing and irritating ingredients, particularly regarding pediatric personal care products.
PMID:38676435 | DOI:10.1111/pde.15633
