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Skin-lightening cream (Skin Light) · La Crème éclaircissante traitante

According to the list of ingredients, the product contains hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Read the official notice → Skin-lightening cream
Date
2022-07-22
Country
Germany
Brand
Skin Light
Product
Skin-lightening cream
Classification
chemical
Category
Cosmetics & chemicals
Source
EU Safety Gate

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  2. If yours matches, stop using it and keep it away from children.
  3. Follow the remedy in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the seller or maker. Many recalls also apply to items bought online.

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