2025.02.14 Safety Report: Uniparco - Cosmetique LightUp Dark Spots Correcting Beauty Lotion
14 February 2025
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Uniparco Cosmetique LightUp Dark Spots Correcting Beauty Lotion
Type
Cosmetics - Body Lotion
Brand
Uniparco
Barcode
6043000036963
Country of origin
Senegal
Product description
Beauty lotion in a white and orange bottle with turquoise stripe, 400 ml. Labelling states: 'Vita-Clariant C, B-Carotone, Collagen'
Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk, as it was found to contain 5.2% w/w hydroquinone and 95.6 mg/kg (0.01%) clobetasol propionate.
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 (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
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