Nivea — Nivea - Essentials 24H day face cream
Face cream, advertised for dry and sensitive skin, 50 ml.
- 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
- Germany
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Distributor) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- ▸ (to: Distributor) Destruction of the product
- ▸ (to: Distributor) Withdrawal of the product from market
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What is this? This is a face cream made by Nivea. It contains a chemical called BMHCA that should not be in cosmetics.
What's happening? The cream has a banned ingredient. BMHCA can hurt the body, unborn babies, and skin.
Does this affect me? Anyone using this cream may be at risk. It was sold in Hungary.
What should I do? Stop using the cream. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have questions.
🤖 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 forbidden 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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