Lightening body cream - Lightening & Purifying Body Creme
Lightening body cream - Lightening & Purifying Body Creme was recalled on 23 April 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0663/10. Chemical risk reported by Austria. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 3.
| Alert Number | 0663/10 |
| Brand | Maxi Light |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | Ivory Coast |
| Model Number | D 79094S4 10019657-001 EAN code: 6 181100 231731 |
| Published | 23 April 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 3.6 ± 0.1% of hydroquinone as a skin-whitening agent. The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Skin-whitening cream. 300 ml pot made of opaque brown plastic with a brown plastic screw cap.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Lightening body cream - Lightening & Purifying Body Creme.
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.