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According to the list of ingredients, the product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which is forbidden in cosmetics since it is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions or contact dermatitis.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which is forbidden in cosmetics since it is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions or contact dermatitis.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which is forbidden in cosmetics since it is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions or contact dermatitis.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the glue contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. This phthalate may harm the health, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system or the unborn child.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. Furthermore, the product contains benzoic acid (Sodium benzoate, measured value: 60, 4 mg/kg) and p-Chloro-m-Cresol (measured value: 189 mg/kg), but they are not included in the list of ingredients.
Official alert →The product contains mercury (measured value: 17 000 mg/kg). Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn child.
Official alert →The total microbial count of the product is too high (measured value up to 340 000 cfu/g). The micro-organism may potentially cause illness in some consumers, particularly those with a weakened immune system. If used on damaged skin the product may cause infection or irritation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitised persons.
Official alert →The product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitised persons.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains isobutylparaben, which is forbidden in cosmetic products. Isobutylparaben might be toxic for reproduction and development, and might specifically be harmful to the male reproductive system.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →The product contains mercury (measured value: 0.8 mg/kg). Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn child.
Official alert →The product is contaminated with bacteria of Burkholderia species and caused an outbreak. Burkholderia may cause infections such as pneumonia, wound infections and sepsis, especially in immunocompromised people and people with cystic fibrosis.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →The product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI), which is forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →The product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI), which is forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.
Official alert →The product contains hydroquinone. (measured value: up to 2% by weight). Hydroquinone is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which use is restricted. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert →The product contains mercury (measured value: up to 23.20 mg/kg). Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn child.
Official alert →The product contains hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis.
Official alert →Source: Safety Gate, European Commission. Descriptions are published by the notifying authorities in English.
