Nivea — Sun protect & refresh / Invisible Cooling Sun Spray
Waterproof sunscreen spray in 200 ml packaging, SPF 30.
- 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
- United Kingdom
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Distributor) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
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What is this? This is a spray-on sun lotion made by Nivea. It is meant to protect skin from the sun.
What's happening? The lotion contains a chemical that is not allowed in cosmetics. This chemical may harm unborn babies and cause skin reactions.
Does this affect me? Anyone who has this lotion at home could be affected. It was sold in Hungary.
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 forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. · Origin: United Kingdom
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