Dangerous cosmetics recalled in the EU

The product contains clobetasol propionate (measured value: 0,0062 % by weight). Clobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid that should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems.

The product contains clobetasol propionate (measured value: 0,0044 % by weight). Clobetasol is a corticosteroid that should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems. Furthermore, the product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 3,64% by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis.

The product contains clobetasol propionate (measured value: 0,044 % by weight). Clobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid that should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems.

The product contains sodium perborate (as declared on the packaging), which releases boron (measured value: 16,8 %) and is forbidden in cosmetic products. Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health by damaging the reproductive system or the unborn child.

The product contains lead (measured value: 150 mg/kg). Lead is harmful for human health as it accumulates in the body and may damage the unborn child.

The product contains too much sodium fluoride (measured value up to 2% by weight). At high concentrations sodium fluoride can cause spots in tooth enamel (dental fluorosis). In moderate to severe fluorosis, teeth are also weakened and suffer permanent physical damage. Chronic over-absorption of sodium fluoride can cause hardening of bones, calcification of ligaments, and buildup on teeth. Excessive intake of sodium fluoride can also be toxic if swallowed, causes serious eye irritation and causes skin irritation.

The product contains an excessive amount of n-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDELA) (measured value: 110 µg/kg). NDELA is a nitrosamine, which may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure.

Due to its characteristic appearance, form, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for foodstuff by a child or vulnerable person. The probability of the product being ingested is low, but it could be dangerous because the product contains surfactants. These are foaming agents that, when aspired, can cause chemical pneumonia. Chemical pneumonia can be fatal in children and the elderly.

The product contains cyclotetrasiloxane (measured value: 4 % ). Presence of cyclotetrasiloxane is forbidden by the the cosmetics regulation.

The product contains cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) (measured value: 4 % ). Presence of cyclotetrasiloxane is forbidden by the CosmeticS Regulation.

The product has a pH of 0 meaning that it's high acidic and will damage teeth, gums, and the digestive system.

The product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI) Measured values: MCI 0,000860% and MI 0,000480 % (Lot 143) MCI 0,00118% and MI 0,00052 % (Lot 252)) which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics.Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.

The product is microbiologically contaminated with mesophilic aerobic microorganisms (measured values 110,000 cfu/g). If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.

The product contains mercury (measured value: up to 0,38 % by weight). Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn child.

The product contains clobetasol propionate (measured value: 0,04% by weight). Clobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid that should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems.

The product contains an excessive amount of hydroquinone (measured value: 1,7 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis.

The product contains an excessive amount of hydroquinone (measured value: 4,7 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis.

The product contains an unsafe amount of kojic acid (measured value: 0.74 %). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin.

The product contains an unsafe amount of kojic acid (measured value: 0.80 %). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin.

The product contains an unsafe amount of kojic acid (measured value: 1.18 %). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin.

The product contains mercury (measured value: 14,65 g/kg). Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn child.

The product contains clobetasol propionate (measured value: up to 0,01% by weight). Clobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid that should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems.

The product poses a health risk because, if swallowed, it may cause aspiration pneumonia. Due to its characteristic form, appearance and packaging, consumers, especially children and debilitated people, may mistake the product for foodstuff and therefore swallow the liquid.

The product contains hydrogen peroxide (measured concentration 35% by weight). Hydrogen peroxide at high concentrations causes skin irritation and is harmful if swallowed. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products regulation.

The product contains an excessive amount of hydroquinone (measured value: 1,8 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis.

The product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI). Measured values: MCI 0,001200% and MI 0,000490 % (Lot 158) MCI 0,00093% and MI 0,00053 % (Lot 204) , which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.

The product contains mercury (measured value: 5.56 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.

The product contains mercury (measured value: 5.38 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. The product contains clobetasol (measured value: 0.06 % by weight) which is a corticosteroid that requires medical prescription. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems.

The product contains octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4). D4 is very persistent, bioaccumulative and it might also affect human fertility if swallowed or inhaled.

The product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylisothiazolinone (MI) and methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) (2,4 mg/kg and 5,8 mg/kg, respectively), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.