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El Paradis Cosmetic Nature Secrete A L'Huile D'Argan — chemical risk

UK OPSSSerious riskChemicalMar 15, 2024

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 6.1% w/w hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is prohibited in this type of product as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.

Remedy

Destruction of the product.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product

Product description

Skin lightening cream supplied in a 350ml white and green plastic bottle

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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