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Hair treatment – Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Hair treatment – Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy was recalled on 27 August 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1301/10. Chemical risk reported by Ireland. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains a high level of free Formaldehyde (1.

Photo of recalled product: Hair treatment – Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy
Alert Number1301/10
Brand1. Coppola Designer Hair Care; 2. Coppola Designer Hair Care.
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryIreland
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberUnknown
Published27 August 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains a high level of free Formaldehyde (1.9% and 1.7% whereas the allowed limit is 0.2%).The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market by the distributor ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

1. Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy – Blonde Hair: hair treatment in a white plastic bottle with screw-cap lid, with black, grey & brown writing: "Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy – Natural Keratin Smoothing treatment – Designed & Created for BLONDE HAIR “For professional use only” (8fl.oz/237ml)";2. Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy – Natural Keratin Smoothing Treatment: hair treatment in a white plastic bottle with screw-cap lid, with black, grey / brown and red writing: "Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy – Natural Keratin Smoothing treatment “For professional use only” (8fl.oz/237ml)".

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Hair treatment – Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy.

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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