Skin-lightening product

What is the danger

The product contains an unsafe amount of kojic acid (measured value: 1.18 %). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures taken

1. Stop of sales Voluntary measuresTaken by: RetailerIn force from: 5 November 2020
2. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: RetailerIn force from: 5 November 2020

Product

Description

Skin-lightening product in the form of a white cream. It is intended to come into contact with the skin in order to change its appearance (skin-brightening).

Packaging

300 ml white plastic jar with orange screw lid and label

Brand

Cocoderm

Barcode

6181100324150

Batch

LB3574