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🧸 Product FR December 23, 2022

ANNAYAKE — ULTRATIME SERUM PERFECTEUR ANTI-RIDES

Anti-ageing serum, 30 ml, in a pump bottle.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
ANNAYAKE — ULTRATIME SERUM PERFECTEUR ANTI-RIDES
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Chemical
Category
Cosmetics
Hazard
The product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC or Lyral), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. HICC is a skin sensitiser and triggers allergic reactions or contact dermatitis.
Origin
France

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Withdrawal of the product from market
  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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This alert was reported 1360 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
119 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 13, 2026
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What is this? This is a skin-care serum called Ultratime Serum Perfecteur Anti-Rides. It has a chemical called HICC that is not allowed in cosmetics.

What's happening? The product contains HICC, which can cause skin allergies or rashes.

Does this affect me? If you used this serum and your skin feels itchy or red, you may be affected.

What should I do? Stop using the product and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have any skin problems.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: The product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC or Lyral), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. HICC is a skin sensitiser and triggers allergic reactions or contact dermatitis. · Origin: France

First published
December 23, 2022
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10007410

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What is this product recall alert about?
ANNAYAKE — ULTRATIME SERUM PERFECTEUR ANTI-RIDES. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: The product contains hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC or Lyral), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. HICC is a skin sensitiser and triggers allergic reactions or contact dermatiti...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on December 23, 2022 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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