Caro white Lightening Beauty Lotion
Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00863/24 |
| Brand | Dream Cosmetics |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Ivory Coast |
| Published | 5 April 2024 |
Risk Description
The product has an excessive concentration of kojic acid (measured value up to: 2.66 g/100g). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 07/03/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 07/03/2024
Product Description
Lotion applied to the skin to lighten it. Product sold online.