Dove — Dove beauty cream bar for soft, smooth skin
Bar of soap, 100 gr
- 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 prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
- Origin
- Germany
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Distributor) Withdrawal of the product from market
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What is this? This is Dove beauty cream bar. It is a soap-like product meant to make skin soft.
What's happening? The bar contains a chemical that is not allowed in cosmetics. This chemical may harm unborn babies and cause skin reactions.
Does this affect me? If you use this Dove bar, you may be at risk. Pregnant women and people with sensitive skin are especially at risk.
What should I do? Stop using the bar right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have any health concerns.
🤖 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.
🔬 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 prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. · Origin: Germany
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