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Hair gel With PRO – Vitamin B5 – gél na vlasy

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Hair gel With PRO – Vitamin B5 – gél na vlasy was recalled on 3 August 2018 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1097/18. Chemical risk reported by Slovakia. The product contains a mixture of the preservatives Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI).

Photo of recalled product: Hair gel With PRO – Vitamin B5 – gél na vlasy
Alert NumberA12/1097/18
BrandEDITT COSMETICS
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginPoland
Model Number08176747, best used before the end: 06 2020, 5 904215 406747
Published3 August 2018

Risk Description

The product contains a mixture of the preservatives Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI). Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Gel in 500 ml tubes, in different colours

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Hair gel With PRO – Vitamin B5 – gél na vlasy.

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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