A facial cleanser sold in the UK has been recalled from end users as it presents a microbiological risk.
Anyone who has purchased Nuagé Ceramide Gentle Cleanser – available via Amazon and other retailers – should cease using it immediately.
Nuagé Ceramide Gentle Cleanser
Type: Cosmetics – Facial Cleanser
Barcode: 5053249265476
Item Number: NUA1165
Affected Batches: 2307-165, 2308-165, 2406-165
Country of Origin: Turkey
Product Description: Cleansing lotion supplied in a 250ml white plastic bottle with white, green and blue label
‘If used on damaged skin, or if in contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation’
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Ceramide Hydrating Gentle Daily Cleanser 250ml is currently sold on Amazon for £4.99.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) stated: “The product contains an excessive level of aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured values up to 490 000 cfu/g).
“If used on damaged skin, or if in contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.
“The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
“The product has been recalled from end users. Consumers are advised to stop using the product and return the item to the retailer from whom they purchased the product as soon as possible.
“151 Products Ltd Customer Service team can be contacted Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm at +44(0)161 839 5949.”
Additional information
PSD notification: 2501-0157
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
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