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Préférence extrême, crème de luxe visage, soin éclaircissant à l'aloe vera

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Préférence extrême, crème de luxe visage, soin éclaircissant à l'aloe vera was recalled on 4 July 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/02455/25. Chemical risk reported by France. According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products.

Photo of recalled product: Préférence extrême, crème de luxe visage, soin éclaircissant à l'aloe vera
Alert NumberSR/02455/25
BrandPR+
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginUnited Arab Emirates
Published4 July 2025

Risk Description

According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 13/03/2025Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Skin-lightening cream advertised as containing aloe vera, 50 ml. Product sold online, in particular via prplus-paris.com/fr/.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Préférence extrême, crème de luxe visage, soin éclaircissant à l'aloe vera.

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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