Product Recall issues an alert on baby cleansing water. Consumers are invited to no longer consume it, due to the risk of biological contamination for infants.
At birth, the skin of babies is 20 to 30% thinner than that of adults, because the epidermis of infants is still too immature. For this reason, it is advisable to be careful about the hygiene products you choose. In the same way as laundry detergent, which must be as natural as possible, cleansing waters, washing and styling products must also be clean, and respectful of babies’ skin.
Unfortunately, some products do not comply with compliance rules. Rest assured, Consumption reminder, the official government site is there to monitor and alert consumers to food and non-food items that are out of standard. This is the case of a baby cleansing waterin which a bacteria would have been detected, which may cause a risk of contamination. If you purchased it recently, do not use it on your baby or yourself again.
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Risk of microbiological contamination for babies
“This bacteria is a spoilage germ which causes changes in color, appearance and flavor in products (organoleptic problems)”, This is what the health authorities say about organic baby cleansing water 500ml – ref 79626 from the Rivadouce brand. After inspection, it was unfortunately detected that a pseudomonas type bacteria was lodged in the cleaning water, potentially causing a risk of contamination.
The latter is described according to Rappel Conso as being risky for babies’ skin, potentially leading to contamination of “external injuries” or a “slight skin reaction.” For this reason, the authorities are calling on consumers to no longer use this product. You have two options for this: have the product refunded or exchanged. And if you can’t go to one of the relevant points of sale, the best thing is to throw away the item in questionto avoid any risk for your child.
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What the product recall sheet tells us
On the recalled product sheet, it is indicated that this cleansing water from the Rivadouce brand was marketed on 03/13/2024 and withdrawn from sale on 05/07/202. The product presented in a 500ml pump bottle was sold in all BEBEBOUTIK stores in Francei.e. a large territorial perimeter.
The end date of the recall procedure is indicated on Sunday June 30, 2024. You therefore still have until the end of the month to complete a return procedure, and request an exchange or refund. A number has also been made available if you have any questions about this product and the recall: 0549681955.