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Skin lightening product "Lightening beauty lotion With Carrot Extract and Vitamin E"
15th October 2011
Item Description:
Brand: Méti`cée.
Type/number of model: Batch number: u/LM 250 ml, manufacturing and expiration date (Fab: 11/10; Exp: 11/12).
Description: White bottle and cap with a red label and black print. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and indications in French and English. Volume: 250 ml.
Country of origin: Cote D'Ivoire
Type/number of model: Batch number: u/LM 250 ml, manufacturing and expiration date (Fab: 11/10; Exp: 11/12).
Description: White bottle and cap with a red label and black print. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and indications in French and English. Volume: 250 ml.
Country of origin: Cote D'Ivoire
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Danger:
Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone, as declared on the label, the use of which is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products.
The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.
Action Taken:
Sales ban ordered by the authorities.
Notifying Country:
Portugal
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
15th October 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
