Nivea — Protect & Refresh Sun Lotion
Sunscreen lotion, 200 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 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: Retailer) Recall of the product from end users
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What is this? This is a sun lotion made by Nivea. It has a chemical that should not be in cosmetics.
What's happening? The lotion contains a banned ingredient called BMHCA. This can hurt the skin, harm babies before birth, or affect fertility.
Does this affect me? Only people who bought this lotion in the Czech Republic are at risk.
What should I do? Stop using it and ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.
🤖 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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