Skin lightening product

What is the danger

The product has an excessive concentration of kojic acid (measured value up to: 1.659 g/100g). 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. The product contains clobetasol propionate (measured value up to 10 g/g), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. This corticosteroid should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may lead to endocrine problems. Moreover, the product also contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), (measured value: 0.018% by weight), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures taken

1. Recall of the product from end users Compulsory measuresTaken by: RetailerIn force from: 6 November 2023
2. Withdrawal of the product from the market Compulsory measuresTaken by: RetailerIn force from: 6 November 2023

Product

Description

White cream, perfumed

Packaging

White plastic bottle covered with coloured film and with a purple flip-top lid. Nominal quantity 500 ml. Product sold online.

Brand

Clair-Liss Génial

Barcode

6181100322521

Batch

LB4218