Product Safety Report: Purec Egyptian Magic Whitening Face & Body Lotion (2301-0119)
Product Safety Report for Purec Egyptian Magic Whitening Face and Body Lotion presenting a serious chemical risk due to the presence of hydroquinone and glucocorticoids.
Summary
Product: Purec Egyptian Magic Whitening Face & Body Lotion
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains hydroquinone and glucocoticoids which are prohibited in cosmetic products
Corrective action: The product has been destroyed at the border.
Product information
| Type | Cosmetics - Skin Lightning Cream |
|---|---|
| Brand | SDGL Purec Egyptian |
| Batch Number | m/f 20/08/2021 |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | 300 ml Peach Bottle with Gold Lid. Magic Whitening Gold with Egg Yolk and L-Glutathione |
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Hazard
Following analysis, the cream was found to contain 3.1% w/w hydroquinone, which is not permitted for use in cosmetics.
The product was also found to contain two glucocorticoid substances, clobetasol propionate and betamethasone dipropionate. Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids) are prohibited in cosmetic products. None of the mentioned chemicals were listed as ingredients on the ingredients list supplied with the product.
The product does not comply with The Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Corrective action
The product has been destroyed at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2301-0119
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards