Product Safety Report: Uniparco Light Up Dark Spots Correcting Serum 30ml (2407-0104)
Product Safety Report for Uniparco Light Up Dark Spots Correcting Serum presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: Uniparco Light Up Dark Spots Correcting Serum 30ml
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk due to the presence of hydroquinone and clobetasol propionate.
Corrective action: The products have been destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Cosmetics - Serum |
|---|---|
| Brand | Uni |
| Barcode | 6043000037007 |
| Country of Origin | Senegal |
| Product Description | White and orange rectangular small box with pipette bottle inside |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as, following analysis, the liquid was found to contain 9.9% w/w hydroquinone and 0.04% clobetasol propionate, both of which are not permitted to be used in cosmetics. Hydroquinone is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. Clobetasol propionate is a Glucocorticoid (Corticosteroid) and exposure to it may cause skin irritation.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Corrective action
The products have been destroyed.
Additional information
PSD number: 2407-0104
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards