Skin lightening cream
Skin lightening cream was recalled on 27 May 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0464/11. Chemical risk reported by The Netherlands. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 4.
| Alert Number | 0464/11 |
| Brand | Skin Light |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | Ivory Coast |
| Model Number | Batch code CSL D15, Fab. 18/06/2010; Exp 06/2013 |
| Published | 27 May 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 4.3% of hydroquinone as a skin-lightening substance which is prohibited by the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.
Product Description
White plastic bottle with orange screw-cap and orange/blue characters. In addition to the brand and the name (which are in French) the following text in French and English is present: "with carrot extract and vitamin E". 500g.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Skin lightening cream.
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.