EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Skin ligthening cream Incepta “Spotclen ® Cream” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00737/23
Summary
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains hydroquinone, which is forbidden in this type of cosmetic. Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation, dermatitis and cancer. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
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Product
- Skin lightening cream
What is the risk?
- According to the list of ingredients, the product contains hydroquinone, which is forbidden in this type of cosmetic. Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation, dermatitis and cancer. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 07/02/2023
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