Baby Mantra Newborn Shampoo + Body Wash (2016 formulation)

EWG scientists reviewed the Baby Mantra Newborn Shampoo + Body Wash (2016 formulation) product label collected on May 16, 2016 for safety according to the methodology outlined in our Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. We assess the ingredients listed on the labels of personal care products based on data in toxicity and regulatory databases, government and health agency assessments and the open scientific literature. EWG's rating for Baby Mantra Newborn Shampoo + Body Wash (2016 formulation) is 2.
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Data last updated: May 2016
Ingredient Concerns
Cancer 

Cancer: Ingredients linked to cancer in government, industry or academic studies or assessments.
Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity 

Developmental and reproductive toxicity: Ingredients linked to developmental and reproductive toxicity, a broad class of health effects that range from infertility and reproductive organ cancers to birth defects and developmental delays in children.
Allergies & Immunotoxicity 

Allergies and immunotoxicity: Ingredients linked to harm to the immune system, a class of health problems that manifest as allergic reactions or an impaired capacity to fight disease and repair damaged tissue in the body.
Use Restrictions 

Use restrictions: Ingredients restricted or prohibited for use in cosmetics, according to industry safety guidelines, government requirements or guidance from the U.S., EU, Japan or Canada.
Other Ingredient Concerns
HIGH
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Endocrine disruption
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
- Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
Ingredient Concerns
Score | Data Availability | Ingredient | Concern |
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Fair
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• Use restrictions (high) |
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Limited
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• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
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Good
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
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Fair
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• Endocrine disruption (low) |
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Limited
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
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Robust
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Fair
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None
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Limited
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Fair
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Limited
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None
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Limited
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• Cancer (moderate) |
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None
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None
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None
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Fair
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Product's Animal Testing Policies
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Product's Label Information
Ingredients from packaging:
Water (Aqua), Decyl Glucoside, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Olea Europea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Sucrose Stearate, Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Extract, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein, Xanthan Gum, Phytic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol
Directions from packaging:
Our Newborn Shampoo & Wash is a low foaming formulation ideal for babies under the age of three. Dispense a small amount into palm and massage into wet hair starting at the scalp and working to the ends and risnse. Repeat if required. If needed use a bath puff to generate additional foam. Moisturizing coconut oil paired with anti-oxidant rich aloe make this a favorite for mom and baby. The low foaming formulation leaves skin feeling clean and hydrated. The coconut oil makes it easy to comb baby's hair after the bath. Use as a regular body wash
Warnings from packaging:
Not tested on animals. No animal ingredients. For babies, kids and adults with sensitive skin. Caution: External Use only
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