Lightening beauty cream
Lightening beauty cream was recalled on 10 January 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00082/19. Chemical risk reported by Norway. The product contains betamethasone (measured value: 1,93 mg/kg).
| Alert Number | A12/00082/19 |
| Brand | PERFECT WHITE |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Norway |
| Country of Origin | Ivory Coast |
| Published | 10 January 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains betamethasone (measured value: 1,93 mg/kg). Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to reproductive and endocrine problems.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 16/10/2019
Product Description
300 ml of skin lightening cream in a small white plastic jar with picture of a naked woman's back and a mint green screw cap.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Lightening beauty cream.
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.