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Skin lightening product "Clearing Beauty Lotion tr

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

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.

Photo of recalled product: Skin lightening product "Clearing Beauty Lotion tr
Alert Number1558/11
BrandLemon Clear
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryPortugal
Country of OriginIvory Coast
Model NumberBatch 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".
Published30 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.

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