You may have them in your cupboards. Maybe, you use them--still. Beware: they are dangerous, illegal, harmful…and are the subject of a recall or ban by the European sanitary authorities. Underneath, you may find all the cosmetic products targeted by the RAPEX alert system this week.
Shea butter
Brand : Dr. Sachers
N° 4030348011105
Batch: 0260
Country of origin : Germany
Danger : Contains pathogenic organisms.
Measures adopted : Withdrawal.
Skin cream
Brand : Civic
Batch: 3A588
Country of origin : Switzerland
Danger : Contains clobetasol propionate (0.05%), prohibited in cosmetics in Europe.
Measures adopted : Seizure of the product.
Skin cream "Lemon cream"
Brand : L’Abidjanaise
Country of origin : Italy
Danger : Contains clobetasol propionate (0.05%), prohibited in cosmetics in Europe.
Measures adopted : Seizure of the product.
Skin toning cream
Brand : Ambi Spécial
Country of origin : Jamaica
Danger : Contains hydroquinone (1.8%), prohibited in cosmetics in Europe.
Measures adopted : Seizure of the product.
Skin lightening product
Brand : Charms (Lachiparma)
Country of origin : Italy
Danger : Contains clobetasol propionate (0.05%), prohibited in cosmetics in Europe.
Measures adopted : Seizure of the product.
Strong gel
Brand : L’Abidjanaise
Batch: 31
Country of origin : Italy
Danger : Contains betamethasone dipropionate (0.05%), prohibited in cosmetics in Europe.
Measures adopted : Seizure of the product.