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Cosmetics — chemical risk (0580/05)

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalNov 18, 2005

Hazard

Chemical risk. Use of hydroquinone, which is not authorised for use in skin-lightening products. Misleadingly labelled as "Hydroquinone-Free". The product does not comply with the Cosmetic directive.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal of the remaining stocks from sale by the distributor — Other

Product description

Skin-lightening crème "Clear Essence".White plastic bottle with a printed label and a white plastic screw top.Type/number of model: Code: 7 37192 00010 4/.

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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