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Skin lightening cream "Skin Litener Cream"

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Skin lightening cream "Skin Litener Cream" was recalled on 27 May 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0462/11. Chemical risk reported by The Netherlands. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 0.

Photo of recalled product: Skin lightening cream "Skin Litener Cream"
Alert Number0462/11
BrandMIC
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryThe Netherlands
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberBatch code 626 exp 1009 EAN code 501166031135 50 gram
Published27 May 2011

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 0.7% of hydroquinone as a skin-lightening substance which is prohibited by the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC

Product Description

Red and white cardboard box with red, blue and white characters. Labelled “contains hydroquinone 2 %”

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Skin lightening cream "Skin Litener 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.

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