Product Safety Report: GDK Akagni Skin Toning Cream (2312-0062)

Product Safety Report for GDK Akagni Skin Toning Cream presenting a serious chemical risk.

Product: GDK Akagni Skin Toning Cream

Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 4.7% w/w hydroquinone, which is prohibited in cosmetic products.

Corrective action: Destruction of the product.

Product information

Type Cosmetics – Skin lightening cream
Barcode 6181100311648
Country of Origin France
Product Description Skin lightening cream supplied in a pale blue 50g tube with a white cap
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 4.7% w/w hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is prohibited in this type of product as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.

Corrective action

Destruction of the product.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2312-0062

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 19 March 2024