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Gluta White Anti-Acne Cream safety warning over a banned ingredient
Product Safety Report for Gluta White Anti-Acne Cream presenting a high chemical risk.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
Gluta White Anti-Acne Cream has been flagged because it contains a substance that cosmetics sold here must not contain.
- Stop using it now.
- Gently wash off any product left on the skin.
- The marketplace has removed the listing. Contact the seller through your order history to ask for a refund.
- If you cannot reach the seller, Trading Standards can be told through Citizens Advice.
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 (opss-1sxtxv2). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Gluta White Anti-Acne Cream presenting a high chemical risk.
The risk
The product presents a high chemical risk as the ingredients list had incorrect ingredients listed, and had not specified fragrance allergens. Consumers who are sensitive to certain allergens are not informed, and may experience an adverse effect.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Action taken
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Advice to consumers
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2501-0012h
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Small gold cardboard box with black circular tub of anti-acne cream inside, 15g.
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Questions
Why has Gluta White Anti-Acne Cream been reported?
Gluta White Anti-Acne Cream 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?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it now. Gently wash off any product left on the skin.
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.
