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🧸 Product IT May 29, 2026

OPI — Gel Color - Color So Hot It Berns

Gel nail polish, 15 ml.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
OPI — Gel Color - Color So Hot It Berns
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Chemical
Category
Cosmetics
Hazard
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions.
Origin
United States

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Retailer) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
Barcode (GTIN): 619828100788
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Recall in effect
A consumer product has been flagged as dangerous in IT.
📈 Timeline
13 days active so far
May 30, 2026 June 11, 2026

What is this? This is a nail gel called “Color So Hot It Burns.” It is made by OPI. The gel contains a chemical called TPO that should not be in cosmetics.

What's happening? The product has a banned ingredient, TPO. TPO can hurt the reproductive system, harm an unborn baby, or cause skin allergies.

Does this affect me? If you use this gel in Italy, you may be at risk. Pregnant women and people with sensitive skin should be especially careful.

What should I do? Stop using this gel right away. 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.

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Brand(s) / product name(s)
OPI
Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: According to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause allergic skin reactions. · Origin: United States

First published
May 29, 2026
Last refreshed by us
20 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098999

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What is this product recall alert about?
OPI — Gel Color - Color So Hot It Berns. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: According to the list of ingredients, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 29, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Italy.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
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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