Cosmetics & chemicals recalls in 2021

Tattoo ink (Eternal Ink) · Deep Red

The product contains an excessive amount of the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) naphthalene (measured value: 4.0 mg/kg) and an excessive amount of the aromatic amine o-anisidine (measured value: 6.8 mg/kg) which…

Tatto Ink (World Famous Tattoo Ink) · Samuel O´Reilly Red

The product contains nickel (measured values; nickel: 7.1 mg/kg). Nickel can cause skin irritation and induce sensitisation or elicit allergic responses. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Tattoo ink (FUSION INK) · Basic Black

The product contain an excessive amount of the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) naphthalene (measured value; 8.0 mg/kg). Naphthalene is a carcinogenic substance for which a safe level cannot be established. The…

Tattoo ink (Intenze Tattoo Ink) · Intenze Formula 23

The product contains excessive amounts of individual polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) (measured values; acenaphthylene: 2.0 mg/kg, fluoranthene: 0.8 mg/kg, naphthalene: 1.4 mg/kg, pyren: 7.7 mg/kg and…

Disposable electronic cigarette (Vaporlax Mate) · Vaporlax Mate 2% Nicotine 2ml

This product contains nicotine (2%), which is classified as acutely toxic, but it does not have a leaflet providing the consumer with information about safe and correct use of the product. Nicotine is acutely toxic and…

Disposable electronic cigarette (Elf bar) · Elf Bar CR500 2% Nicotine 2ml

This product contains nicotine (2%), which is classified as acutely toxic, but it does not have a leaflet providing the consumer with information about safe and correct use of the product. Nicotine is acutely toxic and…

Disposable electronic cigarette (Elf Bar 1500) · Elf Bar 1500 2% Nicotine 4.8ml

This product contains nicotine (2%), which is classified as acutely toxic, but it does not have a leaflet providing the consumer with information about safe and correct use of the product. Furthermore, the product…

Lightening cream (Caroclair) · Soin super éclaircissant

The product contains clobetasol propionate (measured concentration 0,04 % by weight).Clobetasol is a corticosteroid that should be applied only if medically prescribed. Exposure to it could cause skin irritation and…

Eyebrow gel (Missguided) · Right Now Brow Thickening Brow Gel

The product contains an excessive level of aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured value: 30000 cfu/g) . If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.…

Banana Boat Simply Protect Kids Very High Protection Sunscreen Lotion Spray SPF 50+

Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects. Benzene is a recognised carcinogen (substance that could potentially cause cancer).

Banana Boat Dry Balance Very High Protection Clear Sunscreen Spray SPF 50+

Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects. Benzene is a recognised carcinogen (substance that could potentially cause cancer).

Banana Boat Ultra Very High Protection Clear Sunscreen Spray SPF 50+

Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects. Benzene is a recognised carcinogen (substance that could potentially cause cancer).

Pantene Dry Shampoo and Pantene Dry Conditioner. Recall updated February 2022

Benzene has been detected in certain batches of the product. Benzene is not an ingredient in the product. Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects depending on the level and duration of exposure.…

WATERL<SS Dry Shampoo No Residue for Fine or Oily Hair 106g

Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects depending on the level and duration of exposure. Benzene is classified as a carcinogen (substance that could potentially cause cancer).

WATERL<SS Dry Conditioner Instant Moisture for Thick Hair 102g

Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects depending on the level and duration of exposure. Benzene is classified as a carcinogen (substance that could potentially cause cancer).

Pantene Never Tell Dry Shampoo 120g

Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects depending on the level and duration of exposure. Benzene is classified as a carcinogen (substance that could potentially cause cancer).

WATERL<SS Dry Conditioner Weightless Smooth for Fine Hair 102g

Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects depending on the level and duration of exposure. Benzene is classified as a carcinogen (substance that could potentially cause cancer).

WATERL<SS Regimen Pack for Fine or Oily Hair

Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects depending on the level and duration of exposure. Benzene is classified as a carcinogen (substance that could potentially cause cancer).

Pantene Mist Behaving Dry Conditioner Mist 112g

Exposure to benzene can be linked to adverse health effects depending on the level and duration of exposure. Benzene is classified as a carcinogen (substance that could potentially cause cancer).

Potential contamination of health products manufactured by Eco-Med Pharmaceuticals Inc. may pose health risks to Canadians

Product safety

Water spray (ISANA Rossmann) · ISANA Wasserspray Aqua Rossmann

The product contains an increased microbiological load of bacterial cells of risk group II, including Burkholderia cenocepacia and Ralstonia. These bacteria may cause infections such as pneumonia, wound infections and…

Decorative spray (C.STAR) · Spray argento ad uso decorativo in areosol

The spray contains a highly flammable substance considered dangerous and not allowed in such items due to their use inside of homes. If used for decorative purpose, it may catch fire and result in burns. The product…

Decorative spray (C.STAR) · Spray oro ad uso decorativo in areosol

The spray contains a highly flammable substance considered dangerous and hence not allowed in such items due to their use inside of homes. If used for decorative purpose, it may catch fire and result in burns. The…

False nails (Xucai Beauty) · Fringed iris nail

According to the list of ingredients, the glue contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their…

Various Mylands branded chemical products recalled due to lack of bilingual labelling and hazard information

Burn hazard

Tattoo ink (World Famous Tattoo Ink) · World Famous Tattoo Ink Warm Peach

The product contains the aromatic amines 4-methyl-m-phenylenediamine (measured value 7.1. mg/kg/0.00071%). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the aromatic amine may be absorbed by the…

Hair colouring shampoo (MOKERU) · Color shampoo-keratin color hair- Black

The product contains aniline (measured value: 0,008% by weight). Aniline can cause contact allergy and has carcinogenic effects. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Cream (GORGIQUE) · Instantly Wrinkles Remover Antioxidante Skin Lifting Wrinkles Cream

The product contains an excessive amount of diethylene glycol (DEG) (measured value 4.9% by weight). Diethylene glycol can be lethal as it can harm kidneys, reproduction and the development of the unborn child. The…

Water spray for the face and body (dm Balea) · Aqua Wasserspray

The product contains an increased microbiological load of bacterial cells of risk group II, including Burkholderia cenocepacia and Ralstonia pickettii. These bacteria may cause infections such as pneumonia, wound…

A'kin Fragrance-Free Mild & Gentle Hypoallergenic Shampoo 225mL

Cosmetic products contaminated with Enterobacter gergoviae may cause significant infection or illness, especially if the user is immuno-compromised.

Skin-lightening product (NUTRICLAIR) · Glycérine éclaircissante aux extraits naturels de plantes - sans hydroquinone

The product contains an excessive amount of hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (INCI), which is a skin sensitiser and triggers allergic reactions or contact dermatitis. The product does not comply with the…

Recall: Three lots of Odor-Eaters Spray Powder for athlete’s foot

Product safety

Hart Consumer Products Recalls Nailers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

The contact sensor on the nailer can malfunction and involuntarily discharge a nail, posing a risk of serious injury to the user or bystanders.

Liquid for e-cigarettes (Dr. Frost) · Dr. Frost Salt Nic Honeydew &amp; Blackcurrant Ice

The product contains an excessive amount of nicotine (measured value 24 mg/ml), which is classified as acutely toxic especially in contact with the skin or if it is ingested. The product does not comply with the…

Deodorant stick (Janssen Cosmetics) · Long Lasting Deodorant, Men

The product contains an excessive amount of hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (INCI), which is a skin sensitiser and triggers allergic reactions or contact dermatitis. The product does not comply with the…

Electronic cigarette (VEIIK) · E-cigarette „VEIIK Lemon Citron“, 1,5 ml, 20 mg/ml

The product contains an excessive amount of nicotine (measured value up to 33 mg/ml) which is classified as acutely toxic. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Tobacco Products Directive.

Walmart Recalls Better Homes and Gardens Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Room Spray with Gemstones Due to Rare and Dangerous Bacteria; Two Deaths Investigated

Tests conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) determined that a bottle of the room spray contained the rare and dangerous bacteria Burkholderia pseudomallei which causes melioidosis, a…

Tomahawk Nordic Foam gun cleaner recalled due to improper labelling

Ombrelle Garnier Complete Dry Mist Spray sunscreen recalled due to elevated benzene levels

Cosmetics (Mamita Botanical) · Mamita Botanical (varios productos)

This product was not manufactured according to the required good manufacturing practices and lacks the adequate evaluations before entry on the market. Furthermore, these products were lacking the adequate production…