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Whitening Beauty Cream

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Whitening Beauty Cream was recalled on 16 August 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1068/13. Chemical risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains mercury (15000 mg/kg) as a skin lightening substance.

Photo of recalled product: Whitening Beauty Cream
Alert NumberA12/1068/13
BrandPearl Face
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPakistan
Model NumberUnknown
Published16 August 2013

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains mercury (15000 mg/kg) as a skin lightening substance.The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 15/07/2013Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Whitening cream in a white plastic pot, with information leaflet, packaged in pink cardboard box marked 'Beauty Plan 1 Week, Pearl Face Whitening Beauty Cream.'

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Whitening Beauty 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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