EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Skin lightening cream Dermaglow “Extra whitening cream” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00558/26
Summary
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains clobetasol propionate, which is prohibited in cosmetic products. This corticosteroid should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
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Product
- Skin whitening cream.
What is the risk?
- According to the list of ingredients, the product contains clobetasol propionate, which is prohibited in cosmetic products. This corticosteroid should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Stop of sales
- Date of entry into force: Unknown
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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