Skin lightening product "Clearing Beauty Lotion tr
Skin lightening product "Clearing Beauty Lotion tr was recalled on 30 December 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1558/11. Chemical risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone, as declared on the label, which use is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products.
| Alert Number | 1558/11 |
| Brand | Lemon Clear |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Ivory Coast |
| Model Number | Batch number: u/LLCL 500 ml, manufacturing and expiration date "Fab: 01/09/11; Exp: 01/09/13 and Fab: 12/07/11; Exp: 12/07/13". |
| Published | 30 December 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone, as declared on the label, which use is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products. The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.
Product Description
Yellow plastic bottle with green stopper. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and indications in French and English. Volume 500 ml.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Skin lightening product "Clearing Beauty Lotion tr.
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.