EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Skin lightening lotion MAKARI “Makari naturalle carotonic extrême lotion corps éclaircissante (17.6oz) Lotion hydratante” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/02441/23
Summary
The product contains hydroquinone which is forbidden in cosmetic products. Hydroquinone can cause allergic contact dermatitis and serious eye damage. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
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Product
- Skin lightening lotion. The product is sold online, in particular via Amazon, ASIN: ATQZ2A1KQ0X2
What is the risk?
- The product contains hydroquinone which is forbidden in cosmetic products. Hydroquinone can cause allergic contact dermatitis and serious eye damage. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- Date of entry into force: 04/03/2023
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