Melanofree 4% skin lightening cream — chemical risk
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Hazard
The product contains hydroquinone, which is prohibited in cosmetic products. Hydroquinone may cause an allergic skin reaction, might cause cancer and causes serious eye damage. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Import rejected at border — Importer (09/04/2025)
Product description
Skin lightening cream.
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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