Product Safety Report: Vixa Skineal Steroid Cream (2312-0052)

Product Safety Report for Vixa Skineal Steroid Cream presenting a serious chemical risk.

Product: Vixa Skineal Steroid Cream

Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 247 mg/kg clobetasol propionate, which is prohibited in cosmetic products.

Corrective action: Withdrawal of the product from the market.

Product information

Type Cosmetics – Steroid cream
Barcode 6921465734849
Batch number 22A05Z
Country of Origin Nigeria
Product Description Steroid cream supplied in a 15g white, blue, and red tube
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 247 mg/kg clobetasol propionate. Clobetasol propionate is prohibited in cosmetic products as exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may damage the endocrine system.

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

Corrective action

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2312-0052

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 19 March 2024