2025.12.24 Safety Report: Classic Gold Body Lotion

24 December 2025

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

Product
Classic Gold Body Lotion

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

Product Name
Classic Gold Body Lotion

Country of origin
Nigeria

Product description
Pink plastic bottle with gold-coloured pump dispenser containing a white cream. The bottle was marked 'Classic Gold Body Lotion 300ml.'

Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it has been found to contain 2.8% w/w hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is prohibited in cosmetic products as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis.

The product also contains 62.5 mg/kg (0.006% w/w) 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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