Gandour Light & Natural Carotone Skin Lightening Cream

Recalls Reference: 2312-0043

Description

Skin lightening cream in a 550ml yellow and orange plastic bottle

Brand

[Not provided]

Shop

Unknown

Country of Origin

Ivory Coast

Risk Level: Serious

The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 70.4 mg/kg clobetasol propionate. Clobetasol propionate is prohibited in cosmetic products as exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may damage the endocrine system. The product also contains 2.9 w/w hydroquinone which is prohibited in this type of product as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis.

Corrective Action

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

Product Type

Cosmetics – Skin lightening cream

Document Type

Product Safety Report

Updated

2025-04-30

Summary

[Not provided]

Original Link

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Last updated: 10 October 2025

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