Face cream - Rigenera
Face cream - Rigenera was recalled on 14 November 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1313/08. Chemical risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains bishydroxyethyl biscetyl malonamide which may be carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic for reproduction and which is banned under the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.
| Alert Number | 1313/08 |
| Brand | Collistar |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | All batches of the product. |
| Published | 14 November 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains bishydroxyethyl biscetyl malonamide which may be carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic for reproduction and which is banned under the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
“Rigenera – Special face day cream” is a beauty care product with anti-wrinkle, and specifically anti-blemish, action.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Face cream - Rigenera.
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.