Kids Skincare

What to Avoid in Kids Skincare: Harmful Ingredients Parents Should Know

By AVEE Kids May 27, 2025

Introduction

As parents, ensuring our children are safe, healthy, and happy is a top priority—and that includes the products we use on their skin. Young skin is delicate, more porous, and more prone to irritation compared to adults, which means it absorbs ingredients quickly and reacts more sensitively.

That’s why choosing the right skincare matters. With so many products available, it’s essential to understand what ingredients to avoid—and why choosing a trusted brand like the Avee Kids Skincare Brand is a smart move. Whether you’re using Avee Kids Shampoo, Avee Kids Body Wash, or Avee Body Lotion for Kids, you can trust that you’re making a safer choice.

Let’s explore some of the harmful ingredients often found in children’s skincare—and why Avee Kids Products stand out as a gentle and safe alternative.

Why Is Children’s Skin More Sensitive?

Children between the ages of 5 to 12 have skin that is:

Thinner and more absorbent
Still developing its protective barrier
Prone to dryness and irritation

Because of this, skincare products designed for adults—or made with harsh ingredients—can damage this sensitive layer, causing issues like rashes, allergies, and even long-term health concerns.

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1. Parabens

What are they?
Parabens (such as methylparaben, propylparaben) are chemical preservatives used to prolong shelf life.

Why avoid them?
They can mimic hormones and disrupt the endocrine system, especially risky for growing children.

✅ Avee Kids Products use EUXYL PE 9010, a safe, paraben-free preservative system that ensures protection without the risks.

2. Sulfates (SLS & SLES)

What are they?
Used in soaps and shampoos for foam and cleansing.

Why avoid them?
They can strip natural oils, cause dryness, and irritate eyes and skin.

✅ Avee Kids Shampoo and Ave Kids Body Wash are sulfate-free, using mild surfactants like Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, and Cocamidopropyl Betaine for a gentle yet effective cleanse.

3. Artificial Fragrances

What are they?
Synthetic blends used to make products smell pleasant.

Why avoid them?
Some children may develop allergic reactions or skin sensitivities, especially with heavily perfumed products.

✅ Avee Kids Products use mild, dermatologically-tested fragrances like floral fruity, mango, and green apple variants. These are used in low concentrations, conform to international safety standards, and are non-irritating for kids.

4. Mineral Oil & Petroleum-Based Ingredients

What are they?
Cheap moisturizers derived from crude oil (e.g., petrolatum, mineral oil).

Why avoid them?
They can clog pores, form a non-breathable layer, and may carry harmful impurities.

✅ Avee Body Lotion for Kids is enriched with plant oils and natural butters like Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Olive Oil, and Oat Oil, offering deep hydration without the downsides of synthetic occlusives.

5. Alcohol (Denatured/Ethanol)

What is it?
Often used in toners and lotions for quick-drying or cooling effect.

Why avoid it?
Drying alcohols strip moisture and damage skin’s natural barrier—especially harsh for children's skin.

✅ None of the Avee Kids products contain drying alcohols, ensuring the skin remains soft, calm, and protected.

6. Formaldehyde & Formaldehyde-Releasing Preservatives

What are they?
Harsh chemical preservatives sometimes used in cheaper formulations.

Why avoid them?
They’re linked to allergies, skin sensitivities, and in some cases, cancer.

✅ Avee Kids Products do not contain these preservatives. Instead, safer alternatives like EUXYL PE 9010 are used to maintain product freshness without harming delicate skin.

7. Phthalates

What are they?
Used in synthetic fragrances to make scents last longer.

Why avoid them?
Linked to developmental issues and hormone disruption in children.

✅ The fragrances in Avee Kids Shampoo, Body Wash, and Lotion are selected carefully and believed to be phthalate-free, though you may wish to confirm this with your supplier and mention “phthalate-free” on your packaging for extra assurance.

Why Avee Kids Skincare Brand is the Safe Choice

When it comes to safety, gentleness, and effectiveness, Avee Kids Skincare Brand takes the lead. Here's why thousands of parents trust Avee Kids Products every day:

✔️ Dermatologist-tested formulations
✔️ Free from harmful ingredients like parabens, sulfates, and drying alcohols
✔️ Enriched with plant-based nutrients including:

Oat Extract & Oat Oil – Moisturizes, soothes irritation
Vitamin B5 & Vitamin E – Hydrates, repairs, and protects
Plant Protein (Keratin) – Strengthens hair naturally
Glycerin, Shea & Cocoa Butter – Deep hydration without greasiness

Meet the Avee Product Range

Avee Kids Shampoo with Conditioner
Gentle cleansing, reduces hair fall, boosts shine with Plant Keratin and Oat Extract.
Ave Kids Body Wash
Mild, soap-free formula with natural surfactants and vitamin-rich nourishment.
Avee Body Lotion for Kids
Lightweight, quick-absorbing, and non-greasy hydration with Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and Olive Oil.

Final Thoughts: Safety Begins with Ingredients

Choosing the right skincare for your child isn’t about fancy packaging or strong fragrances. It’s about reading the label, avoiding harmful chemicals, and picking brands that are truly child-safe.

By eliminating sulfates, parabens, drying alcohols, and artificial additives, the Avee Kids Skincare Brand gives your little one pure, playful, and protective skincare—backed by science and loved by parents.

So next time you’re shopping for your child’s skincare essentials, choose wisely. Choose Avee.

✨ Happy, healthy skin starts here—with Avee Kids Products.

✨ Ready to switch to safer skincare for your child?
Explore the full range of dermatologist-tested, sulfate- and paraben-free Avee Kids Products made for happy, healthy skin.

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