Dangerous cosmetics recalled in the EU
Cosmetics reported through Safety Gate, the EU rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products – mostly because they contain prohibited or restricted substances.
5,563 alerts since 2015
Most frequently reported substances
Arval – Solaire Long Bronze Times22 May 2025 · SR/01967/25 · Notified by: Italy · Aftersun creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Moreover, the product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → syoss – Professional Performance22 May 2025 · SR/01966/25 · Notified by: Hungary · Hair dyeAccording to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Collistar22 May 2025 · SR/01965/25 · Notified by: Italy · Face tanning creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Moreover, the product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Collistar – Crema ultra-rigenerante antirughe22 May 2025 · SR/01963/25 · Notified by: Italy · Face creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → syoss – Professional Performance22 May 2025 · SR/01960/25 · Notified by: Hungary · Hair dyeAccording to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Collistar – Maschera trico-ricostruttiva 22 May 2025 · SR/01950/25 · Notified by: Italy · Hair creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Betty Barclay – Pretty Butterfly22 May 2025 · SR/01951/25 · Notified by: Hungary · Deodorant According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Collistar – Superconcentrato notturno anticellulite22 May 2025 · SR/01958/25 · Notified by: Italy · Body gelAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → syoss – Professional Performance22 May 2025 · SR/01952/25 · Notified by: Hungary · Hair dyeAccording to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Collistar – Maschera modellante rigenerante22 May 2025 · SR/01953/25 · Notified by: Italy · Hair creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Schwarzkopf Palette – INTENSIVE COLORCREME22 May 2025 · SR/01956/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Hair dyeAccording to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Collistar – Hydro-Crema Gel22 May 2025 · SR/01959/25 · Notified by: Italy · Body creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Arval – puractiva bio-balancing cream22 May 2025 · SR/01954/25 · Notified by: Italy · Body creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA) and hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which are prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → syoss – Professional Performance22 May 2025 · SR/01955/25 · Notified by: Hungary · Hair dyeAccording to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Em Milano ® – Smalto gel color22 May 2025 · SR/01949/25 · Notified by: Italy · Nail varnishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains trimethylolpropane triacrylate, which use is prohibited in cosmetic products. Trimethylolpropane triacrylate can cause skin and eye irritation and might cause cancer.
Official alert → Arval – Doctora night cream 22 May 2025 · SR/01947/25 · Notified by: Italy · Face creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA) and hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which are prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Arval – Doctora - Beauty Mask22 May 2025 · SR/01948/25 · Notified by: Italy · Face creamThe product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → syoss – Salonplex Professional Performance hair dye21 May 2025 · SR/01922/25 · Notified by: Hungary · Hair dyeAccording to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Palmolive – GOURMET NEW Coffee Love 20 May 2025 · SR/01940/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Shower gelAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → REAL TIME – Leave My Lover Purple 20 May 2025 · SR/01937/25 · Notified by: Hungary · PerfumeAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Adidas – get ready! for her20 May 2025 · SR/01933/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Eau de toiletteAccording to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Schwarzkopf Palette – INTENSIVE COLORCREME20 May 2025 · SR/01934/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Hair dyeAccording to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Cire & Shine 20 May 2025 · SR/01931/25 · Notified by: Italy · Hair waxThe product contains the preservative methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI), which is prohibited in leave-on cosmetics. MCI causes severe skin burns, eye damage and may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Collistar – Fondotinta Superidratante20 May 2025 · SR/01928/25 · Notified by: Italy · FoundationAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA) and hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which are prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → CHAT D´OR – Cherry Angela20 May 2025 · SR/01926/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Perfume According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → BILBOA – Carrot Plus20 May 2025 · SR/01925/25 · Notified by: Italy · Sun creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → B.U. – in action20 May 2025 · SR/01924/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Shower gelAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → syoss – Smoothness & Texture, Tamed Hai20 May 2025 · SR/01923/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Hair lotionAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → syoss – Oleo Intense Professional Performance20 May 2025 · SR/01921/25 · Notified by: Hungary · Hair dyeAccording to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → B.U. – in action20 May 2025 · SR/01920/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Shower cream
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Official alert → Source: Safety Gate, European Commission. Descriptions are published by the notifying authorities in English.
