2025.12.24 Safety Report: Even Tone Face Cream

24 December 2025

The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.

Product
Even Tone Face Cream

Type
Cosmetics, personal care and grooming - Bleaching/Lightening Products

Product Name
Even Tone Face Cream

Country of origin
Nigeria

Product description
Small plastic pot with pink lid containing a light-yellow cream

Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains 262 mg/kg clobetasol propionate. Clobetasol propionate is a Glucocorticoid (Corticosteroid) which is prohibited in cosmetic products as exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may damage the endocrine system.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 ('The Cosmetics Regulation').

Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.

Owners are advised to stop using the product immediately, and contact the distributor purchased from to request redress.

Full notice

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