EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Aftershave lotion Neptune — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/02472/26
Summary
The Neptune aftershave lotion poses a serious chemical risk due to the unlisted presence of benzyl alcohol and several allergenic fragrances, which could cause allergic reactions or skin sensitisation. The product does not comply with EU cosmetic regulations and has been ordered withdrawn from the market by Greek authorities.
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Product
- Aftershave lotion, 100 ml.
What is the risk?
- The product contains benzyl alcohol but the presence is not indicated in the list of ingredients. Consumers are not aware of its presence and may suffer allergic reactions or skin sensitisation.Moreover, the product also contains allergenic fragrances (Linalool, Limonene, Citral, Geraniol and Farnesol), which are not mentioned in the list of ingredients. Failure to mention the presence of these allergenic substances on the labelling in leave-on products may cause dermatitis/eczema, or more serious skin reactions in already sensitized persons. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 15/04/2026
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