Estee Lauder Pty Ltd—AVEDA Lash Abundance Boosting Serum

PRA number

2012/13057

Published date

Product description

A botanically-based lash serum, which is applied to the base of the upper lash-line and below the lower lash-line to provide thicker, longer-looking lashes
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Identifying features
(a) Saleable Stock • Product Code: A8XR-01-0000 • Barcode: 018084896143 • Batch: AA1 (b) "Sample" Stock • Product Code: A8XR-40-0000 • Barcode 018084903643

Other identifying numbers

(a) Saleable Stock
• Product Code: A8XR-01-0000
• Barcode: 018084896143
• Batch: AA1

(b) "Sample" Stock
• Product Code: A8XR-40-0000
• Barcode 018084903643

Reasons the product is recalled

Tests show that the preservative system in the formula may not be sufficient to prevent the growth of certain micro-organisms.

The hazards to consumers

Insufficient preservative system may increase the risk of eye irritation or infection if bacteria are introduced into the product. The risk of irritation or infection in healthy individuals following use of this product is low. However, there could be a heightened health risk for some consumers, such as individuals with pre-existing cornea conditions, users of permanent or extended-wear contact lenses, or those with weakened or suppressed immune systems.

What consumers should do

Consumers who purchased this product should stop using it and discard or return it immediately. Consumers may obtain a full refund by returning the product or presenting a receipt at the place of purchase or by calling the toll free consumer line in Australia on 1-800-061-326.
Additional information can be found at www.Aveda.com, www.aveda.com.au and on Aveda's Facebook Page.

Traders who sold this product

Estee Lauder Pty Ltd and certain independently-owned salons

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Recall advertisements and supporting documentation

Responsible regulator

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.

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