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Lightening body milk - Body Treat Clarifying Skin Beautifying Milk

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Lightening body milk - Body Treat Clarifying Skin Beautifying Milk was recalled on 16 April 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0655/10. Chemical risk reported by Austria. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 2.

Photo of recalled product: Lightening body milk - Body Treat Clarifying Skin Beautifying Milk
Alert Number0655/10
BrandCaring
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryAustria
Country of OriginNigeria
Model Number10019653-001
Published16 April 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 2.9 +/- 0.1% of hydroquinone (INCI) 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

350 ml white opaque plastic bottle, packed in a printed and stamped cardboard box.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Lightening body milk - Body Treat Clarifying Skin Beautifying Milk.

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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