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Hair colour cream - Color Ego

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Hair colour cream - Color Ego was recalled on 6 November 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1416/09. Chemical risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains “Basic Yellow 28”, “Basic Yellow 11”, “Basic Red 2”, “Disperse Blue 3”, “Disperse Blue 7”, “Disperse Orange 3” and “Basic Violet 4” which are prohibited in cosmetics by the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.

Photo of recalled product: Hair colour cream - Color Ego
Alert Number1416/09
BrandAlter Ego
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryPortugal
Country of OriginItaly
Model NumberAll batches with codes starting with the letter “T".
Published6 November 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains “Basic Yellow 28”, “Basic Yellow 11”, “Basic Red 2”, “Disperse Blue 3”, “Disperse Blue 7”, “Disperse Orange 3” and “Basic Violet 4” which are prohibited in cosmetics by the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Tube of permanent hair colour cream. Volume: 100ml.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Hair colour cream - Color Ego.

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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