EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Eyebrow gel Missguided “Right Now Brow Thickening Brow Gel” — risk: microbiological
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01832/21
Summary
The product contains an excessive level of aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured value: 30000 cfu/g) . If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
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Product
Eyebrow gel — Missguided
- Brand
- Missguided
- Name / model
- Right Now Brow Thickening Brow Gel · Dark 03, Light 01, Medium 02, Super Dark 04
- Category
- Cosmetics
- Small 5g eyebrow gel in a light pink container with a white lid. Available in four shades. Product sold online.
What is the risk?
- The product contains an excessive level of aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured value: 30000 cfu/g) . If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 22/09/2021
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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