Monobenzone

Skin lightening cream

Monobenzone cream U.S.P. 20 %
Skin lightening cream
Made in: 
India
Risk: 

The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 1.54 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause allergic contact dermatitis. Additionally, the product contains salicylic acid (measured value: 3.07 % by weight). Salicylic acid causes serious eye damage and may cause chemical burns when applied on the skin. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures: 

Voluntary measure: Other > Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
Starting date: Unknown

Source of data: 
A12/01315/23
Submitted by: 
Sweden
Alert report: 
2023-23