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Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Hair treatment products was recalled on 7 May 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0745/10. Chemical risk reported by Portugal. The products pose a chemical risk because they contain bishydroxyethyl biscetyl malonamide, which is banned under the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.

Photo of recalled product: Hair treatment products
Alert Number0745/10
BrandLakmé.
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryPortugal
Country of OriginSpain
Model Number1. Teknia Straight Treatment, 250 ml, batch numbers previous to 08001; Teknia Straight Treatment, 1000 ml, batch numbers previous to 09001.2. Teknia Color Stay Treatment, 250 ml, batch numbers previous to 07005; Teknia Color Stay Treatment, 1000 ml, batch numbers previous to 08005.3. Teknia Sun Care Intense Treatment, 250 ml, batch numbers previous to 08001.
Published7 May 2010

Risk Description

The products pose a chemical risk because they contain bishydroxyethyl biscetyl malonamide, which is banned under the Cosmetics 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

1. Product for treating straightened hair: 250 ml, grey tube with black and violet lettering; 1000 ml, grey cylindrical container with black and violet lettering. 2. Product for treating coloured hair: 250 ml, grey tube with black and pink letters; 1000 ml, grey cylindrical container with black and pink lettering.3. Product for treating sun-damaged hair: 250 ml, orange tube with black and orange lettering.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Hair treatment products.

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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