Japanese Soap Company Faces Lawsuit Following Severe Reactions
A class action lawsuit has been brought against a Japanese soap manufacturer because of the danger the item posed to consumers. In May 2011, Yuuka Cosmetics was forced to recall a soap called Cha no Shizuku, which translates to “a drop of tea.” This came after more than 500 people claimed to have a severe… read more
Recall Issued for Cocoa Plum Eye Shadow
According to various news sources and different blogs, the San Jose, CA based cosmetics firm Purity Cosmetics has issued a recall for their 100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Cocoa Plum Eye Shadow. Representatives from the company have announced that the Lot #1B11 was contaminated. After tests were run, it was proved that Pseudomonas Luteola was present in… read more
Beauty Cream Linked to Mercury Poisoning, Recalled
A Mexican beauty cream has been recalled by Chihuahua State Health Risks Commission after several poisoning cases were documented, according to recent news sources. Texas Department of Health Services officials reported 44 mercury poisoning cases in relation to the beauty cream. The cream, called Crema Aguamary, can cause personality changes, nervousness, irritability, tremors, elevated blood… read more
Cosmetic Product Contains Dangerous Mercury Levels
A skin-lightening cream from Mexico contained 8% mercury, compared to the FDA limit of 1 part per million, according to a recent news article. The FDA allows for 1 part per million when it comes to mercury, and 8% is much higher than that. The cream is called Aguamary and is used to lighten the… read more