LIPSTICK & LINER
| Alert Number | A12/0207/18 |
| Brand | Matte Liquid |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Ireland |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 16 February 2018 |
Risk Description
The product contains arsenic (measured value: 1.35 mg/kg), lead (measured value: 9.48 mg/kg), nickel (measured value: 8.03 mg/kg) and chromium VI (measured value: 16.3 mg/kg). Arsenic is carcinogenic, exposure to lead is harmful for human health and can cause irreversible neurotoxicity. Nickel can cause skin irritation and induce sensitisation or elicit allergic responses. Chromium VI is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. 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): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 20/10/2017
Product Description
White and pink cardboard box with coloured lips containing a liquid lipstick and lip liner (various shades).