Nivea — Shower gel refreshing Hawaii flower & oil Care Shower
Shower gel.
- 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: Other) Withdrawal of the product from market
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Distributor) Withdrawal of the product from market
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What is this? This is a shower gel made by Nivea. It has a smell like Hawaii flowers and oil.
What's happening? The product has a chemical that should not be in it. This chemical may harm babies before they are born and may irritate skin.
Does this affect me? If you use this shower gel in the Czech Republic, you may be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using it now. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have any health concerns.
🤖 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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