2025.01.15 Safety Report: Uniparco - Light Up Dark Spots Correcting Serum 30 ml
15 January 2025
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Uniparco Light Up Dark Spots Correcting Serum 30 ml
Type
Cosmetics - Serum
Brand
Uni
Barcode
6043000037007
Country of origin
Senegal
Product description
White and orange rectangular small box with pipette bottle inside
Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as, following analysis, the liquid was found to contain 9.9% w/w hydroquinone and 0.04% clobetasol propionate, both of which are not permitted to be used in cosmetics. Hydroquinone is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. Clobetasol propionate is a Glucocorticoid (Corticosteroid) and exposure to it may cause skin irritation.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Corrective action
The products have been destroyed.
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