Skin lightening product "Lightening Beauty Lotion
Skin lightening product "Lightening Beauty Lotion was recalled on 17 February 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0256/12. Chemical risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone as declared on the label.
| Alert Number | 0256/12 |
| Brand | Carolight |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Batch number: “L8B30512 33”; manufacturing and expiration date: “F: 25/08/11 - E: 25/08/13”; |
| Published | 17 February 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone as declared on the label.The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.
Product Description
White and orange plastic bottle with orange screw cap and orange characters. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and indications concernings its benefits to the skin and warnings "Contains Hydroquinone. Keep out of reach of children.” (in Portuguese, French and English). Volume 300 ml.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Skin lightening product "Lightening Beauty Lotion .
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.