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
Jean Paul Gaultier – Classique15 June 2026 · SR/01702/26 · Notified by: XI · 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. Moreover, the product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Rihanna – Kiss15 June 2026 · SR/01706/26 · Notified by: XI · 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. Moreover, the product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Ben Sherman – Gold 15 June 2026 · SR/01567/26 · Notified by: XI · 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. Moreover, the product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Alodont Care – Gencives12 June 2026 · SR/01745/26 · Notified by: France · MouthwashThe product is microbiologically contaminated with the bacteria Burkholderia, which may potentially cause illness in some consumers, particularly those with a weakened immune system.
Official alert → Jessie Milano – Poly Gel - Gel costruttore easy-shape10 June 2026 · SR/01721/26 · Notified by: Italy · Nail builder gel According to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Rosa Essenza10 June 2026 · SR/01676/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polish
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → SKALA – DIVINO POTÃO10 June 2026 · SR/03702/25 · Notified by: France · Hair care productThe product contains the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI), which are prohibited in leave-on products. These substances cause severe skin burns and eye damage, and may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Jessie Milano – Builder Gel - No burn Extremely Strong 30 ML9 June 2026 · SR/01726/26 · Notified by: Italy · Nail builder gelAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Barry M9 June 2026 · SR/01724/26 · Notified by: Denmark · EyelinerThe product contains perfluorononyl dimethicone, which is a perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) related compound. PFOAs pose a risk to human health and the environment.
Official alert → Jessie Milano – Base Gel Tips - Specifico per gel tips9 June 2026 · SR/01716/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → THALAC – Soin contour des yeux - Anti fatigue9 June 2026 · SR/01982/25 · Notified by: France · Eye contour gelThe product is microbiologically contaminated with the bacteria Paenibacillus glucanolyticus. The microorganism may cause infections in some consumers, particularly those with a weakened immune system.
Official alert → Estrosa – Fluo Vernis - Orange Fluo9 June 2026 · SR/01694/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Je - Jessie Milano – Buider Gel - No Burn Extremely strong9 June 2026 · SR/01692/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Viola9 June 2026 · SR/01691/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → JE Jessie Milano – 3 in 1 - Builder Gel9 June 2026 · SR/01690/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Je - Jessie Milano – 3 in 1 Builder Gel - 7 Clear White9 June 2026 · SR/01689/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Blu Ardesia Metallic9 June 2026 · SR/01687/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Pink Fluo9 June 2026 · SR/01686/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → INOAR – Moroccan Capilary Treatment8 June 2026 · SR/00218/26 · Notified by: France · Hair productThe product contains formaldehyde, which is prohibited in cosmetics. Formaldehyde is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions and may cause cancer.
Official alert → Estrosa – Coral Bay metallic5 June 2026 · SR/01677/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polish
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → OPI – Gel Color - Cajun Shrimp5 June 2026 · SR/01678/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → OPI – Gel Color - Taupe-Less Beach5 June 2026 · SR/01675/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polish
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → OPI – Gel Color - Bogotà Blackberry5 June 2026 · SR/01673/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Rosa Reale Metallic5 June 2026 · SR/01672/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Base Rubber - Cover Rose4 June 2026 · SR/01666/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Base Rubber - Nude4 June 2026 · SR/01663/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Base Rubber - Glitter Pink4 June 2026 · SR/01664/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Eva's Desire4 June 2026 · SR/01659/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Viola profondo4 June 2026 · SR/01653/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Estrosa – Silver Metallic4 June 2026 · SR/01654/26 · Notified by: Italy · Gel nail polishAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → Source: Safety Gate, European Commission. Descriptions are published by the notifying authorities in English.
