EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Brow henna dye AS Lashes “Brow Henna medium brown” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1832/19
Summary
The product contains an excessive amount of p-phenylenediamine (PPD)(measured value: 7.3 %), p-aminophenol (measured value: 14%) and m-aminophenol (measured value: 2.9%). PPD, p-aminophenol and m-aminophenole are extreme skin sensitisers and can trigger allergic contact dermatitis.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
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Product
- Brow colouring powder, plastic pouch, net weight 1g or. 3x1g.
What is the risk?
- The product contains an excessive amount of p-phenylenediamine (PPD)(measured value: 7.3 %), p-aminophenol (measured value: 14%) and m-aminophenol (measured value: 2.9%). PPD, p-aminophenol and m-aminophenole are extreme skin sensitisers and can trigger allergic contact dermatitis.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 25/10/2019
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