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Make-up remover wipes advertised as containing lotion and almond oil, and for dry and sensible skin, 25 wipes.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Cosmetics
- Origin
- Germany
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.
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Distributor) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
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What is this? These are Nivea cleansing wipes for face, lips and eyes. They contain a chemical called BMHCA that should not be in cosmetics.
What's happening? The wipes have a banned ingredient that can hurt skin, harm babies before birth, or affect the body’s ability to have children.
Does this affect me? Anyone using these wipes in Italy may be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using them and ask your pharmacist or doctor for safer choices.
🤖 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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