Big news as NAFDAC recalls Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap! Find out why this soap might not be your skin's best friend anymore!
In a surprising move that has left beauty enthusiasts gasping, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has officially recalled the popular Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap, produced in Germany. The reason behind this drastic measure? A chemical impurity named Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA), also affectionately called Lilial, was discovered in a specific batch of the soap. This contaminant has been deemed harmful and is unfortunately banned in many cosmetic products due to its potential health risks. Imagine lathering up with a bar of soap that could do more harm than good!
In a statement released on their website, NAFDAC detailed the specifics of the recall, including the now-infamous batch number 81832M 08. This soap, which many Nigerians have trusted and used for its creamy softness and delightful smell, has now become a source of concern. NAFDAC has strongly urged citizens to stop using this particular product immediately and to return it to the place of purchase for a refund. After all, who needs a beauty product that could turn into a health hazard, right?
As the news continues to spread, it raises questions about the other products lining our bathroom shelves. It's not just Doveโs reputation thatโs at stake; the recall serves as a stark reminder of the importance of regulation in products that make contact with our skin daily. NAFDAC is keeping a close eye on additional products possibly affected, leaving consumers on high alert. We can only hope that this issue leads to stricter standards in the cosmetic industry to protect our well-being.
Now that weโre all feeling a bit uneasy about our soap choices, hereโs a fun fact: Butylphenyl Methylpropional is actually a fragrance ingredient widely used in many cosmetic products to enhance their scent. However, its link to potential health risks has led to its banning in various regions around the world. So, if you were blissfully unaware before, welcome to the club! And while you ponder your next soap selection, remember to keep your eyes peeled for updates from NAFDAC. This kind of consumer awareness may just be the new beauty trend we all need!
A chemical impurity, Butyphenyl Methylpropional, was found in a batch produced in Germany.
In a statement on its website, NAFDAC disclosed that the soap contains Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA), also known as Lilial, which is banned in cosmetic ...
National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has ordered the recall of Dove Beauty Products, due to chemical impurity.
The soap, produced in Germany and sold under batch number 81832M 08 was found to contain Butylphenyl Methylpropional.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control NAFDAC has ordered the recall of Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap, 100g, with batch number.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a recall for Dove soap due to harmful chemical impurity.
NAFDAC lists the Dove products recalled in other countries, and warned Nigerians against using them.
Nigeria's NAFDAC has issued a recall for a specific batch of Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap (100 g) with batch number 81832M 08, which was produced in Germany.