Alerts mentioning METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE
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
Maycheer – Ultra Protect SPF 90+ Dry Touch Sunblock26 August 2026 · SR/02357/26 · Notified by: Germany · Sun protection creamThe actual protection factor of the sunscreen is lower than declared (measured values lower than SPF 2). Consequently, the user will be under-protected against UV radiation increasing the risk of sunburns or skin cancer. Moreover,
the 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. Additionally, the product contains formaldehyde, which is prohibited in cosmetics. Formaldehyde is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions and may cause cancer.
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 → Hairdreams – PH & SHINE regulating shine conditioner4 May 2026 · SR/01353/26 · Notified by: Austria · Hair conditionerThe product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI), which are prohibited in leave-on cosmetics. MCI and MI cause severe skin burns and eye damage and may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Hairdreams – ph & Shine conditioner 1 April 2026 · SR/00986/26 · Notified by: Germany · Hair conditionerThe product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI), which are prohibited in leave-on cosmetics. MCI and MI cause severe skin burns and eye damage and may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → ISOLDA – Beeswax Body Lotion 19 December 2025 · SR/04465/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Body lotionThe product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone, which are prohibited in leave-on cosmetics. These can cause eye damage and allergic skin reactions.
Official alert → ISOLDA – Gold body lotion 19 December 2025 · SR/04466/25 · Notified by: Czechia · Body lotionThe product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone, which are prohibited in leave-on cosmetics. These cause severe skin burns and eye damage, and may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Cielo Alto – Sole5 December 2025 · SR/04281/25 · Notified by: Italy · Hair and 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.
Moreover, the product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone, which are prohibited in leave-on cosmetics.
These cause severe skin burns and eye damage, and may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Toy Make-Up Kits29 October 2025 · SR/03850/25 · Notified by: XI · Toy make-up setThe product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured value: 0.4 mg/kg), which is prohibited in leave-on cosmetic products. MI causes severe skin burns and may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Makari de Suisse – Shampooing à l'huile d'amande douce - bébé22 October 2025 · SR/03248/25 · Notified by: France · Baby shampooThe product contains an excessive concentration of methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured value up to 0.0068%). MI causes severe skin burns and eye damage, and may cause an allergic skin reaction
Official alert → La Gardenia – GEL WAX & SHINE27 March 2025 · SR/01204/25 · Notified by: Italy · Hair waxThe product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI), which is prohibited in leave-on cosmetic products. MI causes severe skin burns.
Official alert → Petal Fresh Pure Smoothing Body Butter, Coconut12 February 2025 · SR/00576/25 · Notified by: Estonia · Body butterThe product contains the preservative Methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured value 0.0054% by weight), which is forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. MI is a strong sensitiser and can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.
Official alert → Victor17 September 2024 · A12/02679/24 · Notified by: Greece · Shampoo and body showerThe product contains 1,4-dioxane (dioxane). Dioxane is prohibited in cosmetic products. Dioxane may cause cancer, causes serious eye irritation and may cause respiratory irritation.
Moreover, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA). BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Additionally, the product contains an excessive concentration of methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured value: 0.0041%). MI causes severe skin burns and eye damage, and may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Shahnaz Husain – Plant stem cell skin redensifying serum24 April 2024 · A12/01026/24 · Notified by: Norway · Skin serumAccording to the list of ingredients, the cosmetic 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 → Shahnaz Husain – Plant stem cell skin renewal cream24 April 2024 · A12/01025/24 · Notified by: Norway · Skin creamAccording to the list of ingredients, the cosmetic 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 → Glamour and Shine14 December 2023 · A12/03071/23 · Notified by: Austria · Cosmetic setThe product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured values: up to 0.002 % and 0.005 %) and benzisothiazolinone (measured value: up to 0.0005 %), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. MCI and MI cause severe skin burns and may cause an allergic skin reaction. Moreover, benzisothiazolinone causes skin irritation and may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Official alert → Snail Glow clear complexion body lotion9 November 2023 · A12/02658/23 · Notified by: Sweden · Body lotionAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains
2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (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. In addition, the product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI), which is forbidden in leave-on cosmetic products. MI is a strong sensitiser and can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitised persons.
Official alert → SOFTSHEEN-CARSON Dark and Lovely – Dark and Lovely, olive oil - oil moisturiser25 October 2023 · A12/02598/23 · Notified by: Sweden · Leave-in hair moisturizerThe product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI), which is forbidden in leave-on cosmetic products. MI is a strong sensitiser and can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitised persons.
Official alert → Wiener Kosmetikum – Aromawickel medium10 October 2023 · A12/02487/23 · Notified by: Austria · Bandages for aromatherapyThe product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured values: up to 0.0013% and 0.0048%), 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 → MARKWINS – POP GIRL BEAUTY CASES AND SETS25 July 2023 · A12/01722/23 · Notified by: Spain · Beauty setsThe make-up of the set contains a mixture of the preservatives methylisothiazolinone (MI) and methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI). Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.
Official alert → les cosmétiques design paris – Gel fijador INTENSE FIX 24H- MEN'ACTIV SCIENCE6 June 2023 · A12/01782/22 · Notified by: France · Hair fixing gelThe product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI), which is forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitised persons.
Official alert → Pop – Girls Mini Beauty Case Set4 May 2023 · A12/00960/23 · Notified by: Austria · Cosmetics kitParts of the product (heart-shaped red nail varnish and heart-shaped yellow nail varnish) contain a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured values: up to 0.00070 % and 0.00019 %, respectively), 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 → XCB XPEL BODY CARE – Aloe Vera Cream9 January 2023 · A12/00035/23 · Notified by: Cyprus · Body creamThe product contains the preservative Methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured value 0,00020% by weight), which is forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. MI is a strong sensitiser and can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons.
Official alert → Sun2 Fruit Passion8 December 2022 · A12/01721/22 · Notified by: Sweden · Body lotionAccording 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 → Sun2 Hot Caribbean Nights8 December 2022 · A12/01747/22 · Notified by: Sweden · Body lotion 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 → Cherry Skin Rejuvenation Sleep Mask1 December 2022 · A12/01695/22 · Notified by: Lithuania · Facial maskThe 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 → Cool Aloe Restores Skin Moisture1 December 2022 · A12/01699/22 · Notified by: Lithuania · Body gelThe 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 → BYPHASSE – Soin des cheveux - Masque kératine - keratin hair Mask - Soin régénérant - Cheveux secs - Dry Hair22 November 2022 · A12/01661/22 · Notified by: France · Hair maskThe product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) (measured values: up to 0.005% by weight) as well as a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI and MI) (measured values: up to 0.00195% by weight in total), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive persons.
Official alert → MGA LOL SURPRISE! 18 Pieces Nail Set8 November 2022 · A12/01562/22 · Notified by: Austria · Nail varnishThe product contains methylisothiazolinone, which is forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with methylisothiazolinone can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive persons.
Official alert → DABUR, Formerly Organic Root Stimulator – Olive Oil ORS Hair Relaxer4 November 2022 · A12/00445/22 · Notified by: Sweden · Hair lotionAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI/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 → MARIE LAURENT ML – Crema Viso NUTRIENTE Avena & Cera D'Api 25 October 2022 · A12/01506/22 · Notified by: Czechia · Body creamAccording 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 can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive persons.
Official alert → Source: Safety Gate, European Commission. Descriptions are published by the notifying authorities in English.
