EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Skin-lightening product Lana “Crème clarifiante super white bio” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01632/20
Summary
The product contains an excessive amount of hydroquinone (measured value: 1,7 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
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Product
- Skin-lightening cream. The product was sold online, notably on eBay.
What is the risk?
- The product contains an excessive amount of hydroquinone (measured value: 1,7 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis. 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: 17/08/2020
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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