Brightening lotion

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Brightening lotion
Alert NumberA12/1661/19
BrandRadiant Glow botanical
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryNorway
Country of OriginUnited Kingdom
Published1 November 2019

Risk Description

The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 0.05 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis and might also induce cancer.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 06/09/2019

Product Description

White bottle with blue labels containing 500 ml of whitening body lotion.

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