Piment doux plus Crème de visage éclaircissante skin-lightening product — chemical risk
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Hazard
The product contains an excessive amount of hydroquinone (measured value: 4,7 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace — Other (17/08/2020)
Product description
Skin-lightening cream and face cleanser, with fruit acids. The product is also sold online, notably on Cdiscount.
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.
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