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The perfume contains the fragrances hexyl cinnamal, benzyl salicylate, citronellol, hydroxycitronellal, geraniol and coumarin (measured values: 0.065 %, 0.062 %, 0.045 %, 0.044 %, 0.038 % and 0.022 % by weight, respectively). Since these substances, which can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation, are not indicated in the list of ingredients, consumers are not aware of their presence.
Official alert →The product lacks UV filters and its actual protection factor is lower than indicated (measured value: SPF 0.8). Consequently, the user is not protected against UV radiation increasing the risk of skin damage or cancer.
Official alert →According to the list of ingredients the product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI and MI), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.
Official alert →The perfume contains the fragrances benzyl salicylate, d-limonene, hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde and coumarin (measured values: 0.52 %, 0.044 %, 0.039 % and 0.0085 % by weight, respectively). Since these substances, which can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation, are not indicated in the list of ingredients, consumers are not aware of their presence.
Official alert →The perfume contains the fragrances linalool, butylphenyl methylpropional, benzyl salicylate, citronellol, hexyl cinnamal and d-limonene (measured values: 0.099 %, 0.059 %, 0.039 %, 0.054 %, 0.015 %, 0.014 % and 0.012 % by weight, respectively). Since these substances, which can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation, are not indicated in the list of ingredients, consumers are not aware of their presence.
Official alert →The perfume contains the fragrances butylphenyl methylpropional, hexyl cinnamate, benzyl salicylate, alpha-isomethyl ionone, hydroxycitronellal, hexyl cinnamal and d-limonene and benzyl alcohol (measured values: 0.4 %, 0.16 %, 0.10 %, 0.09 %, 0.026 %, 0.017 % and 0.012 % by weight, respectively). Since these substances, which can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation, are not indicated in the list of ingredients, consumers are not aware of their presence.
The product contains an excessive amount of mesophilic micro-organisms (measured value over 1000 cfu/ml). If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.
Official alert →The product contains an excessive amount of mesophilic micro-organisms (measured value over 1000 cfu/ml). If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.
Official alert →The product contains an excessive amount of mesophilic micro-organisms (measured value over 1000 cfu/ml). If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.
Official alert →The product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI)(measured value: 0.00042 %). MI is a strong sensitiser and can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.
Official alert →The product contains clobetasol propionate (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.
Official alert →According to the ingredients list and product information file, the product contains boric acid (declared value: 0.05%), which releases boron. Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health by damaging the reproductive system or the unborn child.
Official alert →According to the ingredients list and product information file, the product contains an excessive amount of formic acid (declared value: 1.4%). Formic acid is corrosive and can damage the skin and eyes.
Official alert →The product is microbiologically contaminated with mesophilic aerobic bacteria (measured values 76,000 cfu/g). If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.
Official alert →The product is microbiologically contaminated with mesophilic aerobic bacteria(measured values 85,000 cfu/g). If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.
Official alert →The product contains dichloromethane (measured value: 40 %). Dicholromethane affects the central nervous system, can impair the neuro- development and behaviour of the unborn child and might cause cancer when inhaled.
Official alert →The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 4.1 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis and might also induce cancer.
Official alert →The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 0.9 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis and might also induce cancer.
Official alert →The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 3.9 %). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis and might also induce cancer.
Official alert →The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 4.5 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis and might also induce cancer.
Official alert →The list of ingredients on the packaging indicates that the product contains isobutylparaben. This paraben might be toxic for reproduction and development and might specifically target the male reproductive system.
Official alert →The product contains isopropylparaben and isobutylparaben (measured values as acid: 0.11 % by weight and 0.053 % by weight, respectively). These parabens might be toxic for reproduction and development, and might specifically target the male reproductive system.
Official alert →The product contains an excessive amount of aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured value up to: 300000 cfu/g), among which Pluralibacter gergoviae. Pluralibacter gergoviae may be considered an opportunistic pathogen and is often resistant to antibiotics. If the product is used on damaged skin, on mucous membranes, close to the eyes or by immunocompromised users, it may cause infection or irritation.
Official alert →The product contains n-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDELA) (measured value 615 mg/kg). NDELA is a nitrosamine, which may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure.
Official alert →The product contains an excessive amount of methanol (measured value: 20 %). Due to its appearance, the product may be mistaken for foodstuff, leading the user to ingest it. Methanol is acutely toxic to the central nervous system and the eye. Ingestion of methanol leads to blindness and death.
Official alert →The product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI)(measured value: 0.0006 %), which use is forbidden in leave-on cosmetic products. MI is a strong sensitiser and can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.
Official alert →The product contains phenol (measured value: 3.4 %). Phenol is corrosive, can cause eye and skin irritation or damage, and might be mutagenic.
Official alert →The product contains an excessive amount of mesophilic aerobic yeast (measured value at least: 260 cfu/g), among which Wickerhamomyces anomalus. This yeast might be an opportunistic pathogen, which could lead to infection, if the product is used by immune-compromised persons or applied on damaged skin or mucous membranes.
Official alert →The product contains aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured value up to: 140000 cfu/g). If used on damaged skin or by immunocompromised users, or if it comes into contact with the eyes or mucous membrane, the product may cause infection or irritation.
Official alert →The product contains an excessive amount of aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured values up to: 85 000 cfu/g) and the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, yeast and mould has been detected. If used on damaged skin or by immunocompromised users, or if it comes into contact with the eyes or mucous membrane, the product may cause infection or irritation.
Official alert →Source: Safety Gate, European Commission. Descriptions are published by the notifying authorities in English.
