PRA number
2011/12286
Published date
Product description
Hair smoothing treatment
Reasons the product is recalled
The products contain a concentration of "free" formaldehyde in excess of the allowable limit as stipulated in the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP).
The hazards to consumers
Formaldehyde is known to cause sensory irritation and skin sensitisation. Formaldehyde may also cause cancer in circumstances where there is chronic high exposure.
What consumers should do
Stop using the products immediately and return the remaining solution to the place of purchase for a refund or a replacement. Alternatively, customers will be contacted by a sales representative, whereupon the faulty goods will be replaced.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Was not sold at the retail level. Salon professional use only.
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
