Lotion Peau de Lune
(Skin lightening product)

Brand : Proxima

Barecode : 4902806003543
Batch number : CN 03

Country of origin : Unknown

Notifying country : France

Danger : The product poses a chemical risk because it contains hydroquinone (measured concentration 9.6% by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009.

Measures adopted: Withdrawal of the product from the market

Perfectwhite - Crème de Beauté clarifiante

(Clarifying beauty cream)

Brand : Dream Cosmetics

Barecode : 6 181100  530391
Batch number : C1/22592-B
Manufacturing date : 08/15
Expiration date : 08/17

Country of origin : Ivory Coast

Notifying country : France

Danger : The product poses a chemical risk because it contains clobetasol propionate (measured concentration 0.04 % by weight). Clobetasol is a corticosteroid that should be applied to the skin only if prescribed to treat certain skin conditions. In addition to the skin lightening effect, it can induce a skin rash and burning at the application site and long-time exposure could lead to endocrine problems. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009.

Measures adopted: Withdrawal of the product from the market

Hair Go Straight
(Hair straightening product)

Brand : Blowtox

Batch number : A1528C

Country of origin : United States

Notifying country : Belgium

Danger : The product poses a chemical risk because it contains an excessive amount of formaldehyde (measured value up to 2.3%). Formaldehyde may produce irritation of the eyes, the skin and upper respiratory tract; long term exposure may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009.

Measures adopted: Withdrawal of the product from the market (by importer)