Skin lightening product "Lightening Oil"
Skin lightening product "Lightening Oil" was recalled on 30 December 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1560/11. Chemical risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone as declared in the label, which use is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products.
| Alert Number | 1560/11 |
| Brand | Caro White. |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Batch number: “L: 5811895”, manufacturing and expiration date: “F: 23/09/10; E: 23/09/12”; |
| Published | 30 December 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone as declared in 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
Lightening oil with carrot oil sold in a white and orange plastic bottle with green screw cap and orange characters. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and the indications in French, English and Portuguese. Volume 50 ml.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Skin lightening product "Lightening Oil".
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.