Product recallOPSS
Wet n Wild Proline Felt Tip Eyeliner E8752 recalled over a banned ingredient
Product Recall for Wet n Wild Proline Felt Tip Eyeliner E8752 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.
Wet n Wild Proline Felt Tip Eyeliner E8752
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 4049775587527
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- E8752
What to do now
Wet n Wild Proline Felt Tip Eyeliner E8752 contains an ingredient that is banned in cosmetics in the UK.
- Stop using it now.
- Gently wash off any product left on the skin.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
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.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2512-0234). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Wet n Wild Proline Felt Tip Eyeliner E8752 presenting a serious chemical risk.
The risk
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it was found to have a concentration level of 11.5% Carbon Black (nano) colour pigment, which exceeds the maximum permitted concentration in cosmetic products (10%).
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 (‘The Cosmetics Regulation’).
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users.
We recommend owners stop using the product immediately and access markwins.eu/news for further information. Owners are advised to return the product to the point of sale for a full refund.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2512-0234
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Black felt tip-style eyeliner in black packaging. Affected products were sold since August 2022.
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Questions
Why has Wet n Wild Proline Felt Tip Eyeliner E8752 been recalled?
Wet n Wild Proline Felt Tip Eyeliner E8752 contains an ingredient that is banned in cosmetics in the UK. 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 model 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 using it now. Gently wash off any product left on the skin.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
