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Aliver Flawless Colour Changing Liquid Foundation sold on eBay safety warning over a banned ingredient

Banned cosmetic ingredientSerious risk

Product Safety Report for Aliver Flawless Colour Changing Liquid Foundation presenting a serious chemical risk.

Check your product

Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.

2 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • Aliver Flawless Colour Changing Liquid Foundation sold on eBay

    BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
    • 6905624880547
    Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
    • 276577359536

What to do now

Aliver Flawless Colour Changing Liquid Foundation sold on eBay has been flagged because it contains a substance that cosmetics sold here must not contain.

  1. Stop applying it straight away.
  2. Wash the skin where it was applied with mild soap and water.
  3. The marketplace has removed the listing. Contact the seller through your order history to ask for a refund.
  4. Report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service if the seller does not respond.

Why it matters. Substances such as hydroquinone, mercury and some steroids can damage the skin and, with long-term use, other organs. They are only allowed in prescription medicines, if at all.

If someone has been hurt

Look out for

  • redness, burning, thinning or discolouration of the skin
  • a rash

Get help urgently

  • if you have used it for a long time, or have skin damage, speak to your GP or a pharmacist

This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.

Getting your money back

Sellers on online marketplaces do not always run recalls themselves, so you may need to ask for your money back. The platform’s help pages explain its buyer protection scheme.

Citizens Advice (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) and Consumerline (0300 123 6262) give free advice if you get stuck.

From the official notice

Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2410-0128). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Product Safety Report for Aliver Flawless Colour Changing Liquid Foundation presenting a serious chemical risk.

The risk

The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.

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

Action taken

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Advice to consumers

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Additional information

PSD number: 2410-0128

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Product description

A 30ml clear glass and silver bottle with white lid containing foundation. Packaged in a rectangular blue and yellow cardboard box with black text.

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Questions

Why has Aliver Flawless Colour Changing Liquid Foundation sold on eBay been reported?

Aliver Flawless Colour Changing Liquid Foundation sold on eBay has been flagged because it contains a substance that cosmetics sold here must not contain. Substances such as hydroquinone, mercury and some steroids can damage the skin and, with long-term use, other organs. They are only allowed in prescription medicines, if at all.

How do I know if my product is affected?

Compare the barcode and item or listing code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.

What should I do now?

Stop applying it straight away. Wash the skin where it was applied with mild soap and water.

Can I get a refund or a repair?

Sellers on online marketplaces do not always run recalls themselves, so you may need to ask for your money back. The platform’s help pages explain its buyer protection scheme. Citizens Advice (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) and Consumerline (0300 123 6262) give free advice if you get stuck.

Where was Aliver Flawless Colour Changing Liquid Foundation sold on eBay sold?

The notice names eBay. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.

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