Product Safety Report: Arko Comfort After Shave Cologne (2507-0038)

Product Safety Report for Arko Comfort After Shave Cologne presenting a serious chemical risk.

Summary

Product: Arko Comfort After Shave Cologne

Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products.

Corrective action: The products have been seized from multiple distributors in the West Sussex area and destroyed.

Product information

Type Cosmetics, personal care and grooming – After Shave Care
Brand Arko
Model Comfort for Men
Barcode 8690506395995
Manufacturing Date 2017
Country of Origin Turkey
Product Description Cologne packaged in a grey bottle with orange cap.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.

Corrective action

The products have been seized from multiple distributors in the West Sussex area and destroyed.

Owners of the affected product should stop using it immediately and seek redress from the place of purchase.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2507-0038

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 21 November 2025