Tesco Kind & Pure Facial Cleansing Wipes — microbiological risk
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Hazard
The affected batches of these products present a microbiological risk as testing has detected the presence of Pluralibacter gergoviae. This makes the products potentially unsafe to use, particularly for vulnerable users or users with a compromised skin barrier. The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Remedy
The products have been recalled from end users by Tesco. If you have purchased an affected product, please do not use it. Return your product to any Tesco store for a full refund. No receipt is required. For further information, or for assistance in finding your nearest Tesco store, please access the Tesco recall site here: https://www.tesco.com/zones/product-recall.
Product recall
Measures taken
- Recall of product from end users
Product description
Two types of cleansing facial wipes sold in packs of 25.
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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