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dodo cosmetics Clinic Clear, Whitening Body Lotion skin-lightening product — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalFeb 4, 2022
Photo from the official notice: dodo cosmetics Clinic Clear, Whitening Body Lotion skin-lightening product — chemical risk

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Hazard

The product contains clobetasol propionate (measured concentration 0.014% by weight) and hydroquinone (measured values up to 0.42% by weight). Clobetasol is a corticosteroid that should be applied only if medically prescribed; exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems. Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures taken

  • Recall of the product from end users — Retailer

Product description

Cosmetic product, cream with skin-lightening and skin-conditioning effect.

Matching notices: same barcode or model

Other official notices (EU, U.S. or UK) with the same barcode, or the same brand and model number. Check the details: a match is a strong hint, not proof that it is the same product.

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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