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Clarifying Beauty Lotion with carrot oil

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Clarifying Beauty Lotion with carrot oil was recalled on 3 August 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1144/12. Chemical risk reported by Portugal. This product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone as declared in the label, the use of which is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products.

Photo of recalled product: Clarifying Beauty Lotion with carrot oil
Alert NumberA12/1144/12
BrandCaro TOP
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryPortugal
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberUnknown
Published3 August 2012

Risk Description

This product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone as declared in the label, the use of which is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products.The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.

Product Description

Skin lightening beauty lotion with carrot oil. Bottle with a white and orange adhesive label; content: 450 ml.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Clarifying Beauty Lotion with carrot oil.

About this risk

This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.

Who is at risk?

Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.

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