Pharmaderm Skinclear Multi Vitamin Cream (2406-0049b)
- Affected
- Small plastic pot of orange cream.
- The problem
- This product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains clobetasol propionate which is prohibited in cosmetic products
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Cosmetics – Cream |
|---|---|
| Product Identifiers | The container was marked, Skin Clear Technology, By Pharmaderm, Nouvelle Parfumerie, Gandour, Complexe Solution, Tribamine, Multi Vitamin, e 35 ml – 1.2 fl.oz., F:11/23 E:11/26 1075404, 12M. |
| Country of Origin | Ghana |
| Product Description | Small plastic pot of orange cream. |
| 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 72.5mg/kg (0.07%) clobetasol propionate. Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids), including clobetasol propionate, are prohibited in cosmetic products as exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may damage the endocrine system.
Improvements are also required to marking and labelling.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2406-0049b
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 14 June 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.