Mama Africa Cosmetics — Temosol Super Eclaircissante & Traitante Citronella
Skin lightening lotion.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Cosmetics
- Hazard
- According to the list of ingredients the product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI and MI), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive persons.
- Origin
- Unknown
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Retailer) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
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What is this? This is a skin-lightening cream called Temosol Super Eclaircissante & Traitante Citronella. It has chemicals meant to preserve the product.
What's happening? The cream contains two preservatives that are not allowed in leave-on cosmetics. These chemicals can cause skin rashes in some people.
Does this affect me? If you have used this cream and your skin is red or itchy, you may be affected.
What should I do? Stop using the cream and ask your pharmacist or doctor about your symptoms.
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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 a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI and MI), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive persons. · Origin: Unknown
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