Cosmetics & chemicalschemical

Skin lightening body lotion (Mama Africa Cosmetics) · SL + skin light plus, Suprême Acrive White, Whitening Body Lotion Strong Treatment

The product has an excessive concentration of kojic acid (measured value: 2.7 %). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and…

Read the official notice → Skin lightening body lotion
Date
2024-12-20
Country
Germany
Brand
Mama Africa Cosmetics
Product
Skin lightening body lotion
Classification
chemical
Category
Cosmetics & chemicals
Source
EU Safety Gate

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