Restructuring hair mask
Restructuring hair mask was recalled on 5 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1420/08. Chemical risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a chemical risk because the list of ingredients includes the substance “bis-hydroxyethyl biscetyl malonamide”, which is banned for use in cosmetics and personal hygiene products under the Directive 76/768/EEC.
| Alert Number | 1420/08 |
| Brand | Optima |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | All lots of the product. On the packaging in the photograph the barcode is: “8 028149 000141”. |
| Published | 5 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because the list of ingredients includes the substance “bis-hydroxyethyl biscetyl malonamide”, which is banned for use in cosmetics and personal hygiene products under the Directive 76/768/EEC.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
A hair maintenance product for damaged hair provided in a 150 ml package labelled: “Optima – Restructuring Treatment For Damaged And Curled Hair”.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Restructuring hair mask.
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.