Mama Africa — Caro light Whitening Perfumed Glycerin
Body lotion for skin lightening, 200 ml.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Cosmetics
- Hazard
- The product has an excessive concentration of kojic acid (measured value: 2.03%). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin.
- Origin
- Unknown
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Retailer) Stop of sales
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What is this? This is a whitening glycerin soap with perfume. It contains a chemical called kojic acid.
What's happening? Tests show the soap has too much kojic acid. This can harm your thyroid and irritate your skin.
Does this affect me? If you use this soap in Germany, you may be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using it now. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
🤖 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: The product has an excessive concentration of kojic acid (measured value: 2.03%). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin. · Origin: Unknown
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