Dove — Dove Beauty Care Shower
Shower cream, 250 ml.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Cosmetics
- Origin
- United Kingdom
Hazard: According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Distributor) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
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What is this? This is Dove Beauty Care Shower gel. It has a chemical called BMHCA that should not be in cosmetics.
What's happening? The product was sold in Italy but has BMHCA, which is banned. BMHCA may harm health and unborn babies.
Does this affect me? If you used this shower gel in Italy, you may be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using it now. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have concerns.
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🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. · Origin: United Kingdom
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