The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has announced the recall of Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap (100g) with batch number 81832M 08, produced in Germany, due to the detection of a harmful chemical impurity.
NAFDAC reported that the soap violates the Cosmetic Products Regulation because it contains Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA), also known as Lilial. This chemical is associated with serious health risks, including reproductive harm and potential effects on unborn children.
In a statement released on its website on Monday, NAFDAC detailed the risks associated with BMHCA, noting that it has been banned in cosmetics due to its potential to cause reproductive issues and skin sensitization, which can trigger allergic reactions in users.
