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🧸 Product GB February 21, 2020

O.P.I. — Avojuice Skin Quenchers Hand and Body Lotion

30 ml of hand and body lotion with peppermint scent. The product was also sold online, in particular via eBAY.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
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O.P.I. — Avojuice Skin Quenchers Hand and Body Lotion
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Other risk levels
Type
Chemical
Category
Cosmetics

Hazard: The product contains isopropylparaben and isobutylparaben (measured values as acid: 0.11 % by weight and 0.053 % by weight, respectively). These parabens might be toxic for reproduction and development, and might specifically target the male reproductive system.

Origin
United States

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Retailer) Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
Barcode (GTIN): 619828043382
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 2401 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
124 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 18, 2026
Daily snapshot data starts accumulating once the scheduler runs — for now this is interpolated from the agency's first/last dates.

What is this? This is a hand and body lotion made by O.P.I. called Avojuice Skin Quenchers. It has two chemicals called isopropylparaben and isobutylparaben.

What's happening? Tests show these chemicals might harm reproduction or development, especially for males. The lotion is being looked at because of this risk.

Does this affect me? If you use this lotion, you might be affected. It was sold in the UK.

What should I do? Stop using this lotion. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have questions or 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)
Brand(s) / product name(s)
O.P.I.
Agency-published detail

Risk level: Other risk levels · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: The product contains isopropylparaben and isobutylparaben (measured values as acid: 0.11 % by weight and 0.053 % by weight, respectively). These parabens might be toxic for reproduction and development, and might specifically target the male reproductive system. · Origin: United States

First published
February 21, 2020
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10000615

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this product recall alert about?
O.P.I. — Avojuice Skin Quenchers Hand and Body Lotion. Risk level: Other risk levels · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: The product contains isopropylparaben and isobutylparaben (measured values as acid: 0.11 % by weight and 0.053 % by weight, respectively). These parabens might be toxic for reproduction and developme...
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on February 21, 2020 by EU Safety Gate.
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to United Kingdom.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
▸ What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
▸ Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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