This product presents a serious chemical risk as when tested it was found to contain mercury at a concentration of 16680mg/kg (1.7%) and clobetasol propionate at a concentration of 1470mg/kg (0.15%). Mercury is prohibited for use in cosmetic products. Clobetasol propionate is a Glucocorticoid (Corticosteroid) which is prohibited in cosmetic products as exposure to it could cause skin irritation.
For more information on how exposure to mercury can affect your health visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mercury-properties-incident-management-and-toxicology/mercury-general-information.
This product does not meet safety standards.
Batch number: 65
Product description: Cream sold in a blue and gold cardboard box.
If you have bought this product stop using it immediately and return it to the distributor for a refund.
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