Island Vibes
Island Vibes antiperspirant deodorant (150 ml) is being recalled because it contains an ingredient called BMHCA that is banned in cosmetic products due to potential risks to reproductive health, unborn children, and skin sensitivity. The product was distributed in Czechia and does not meet European cosmetic safety regulations. Retailers have been ordered to destroy remaining stock as of April 22, 2026.
- Recalling firm
- FA
- Product
- Antiperspirant deodorant, 150 ml. ISLAND VIBES. Defect: Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Retailer Category of measure(s): Destruction of the product Date of entry into force: 22/04/2026
- Reason
- According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- consumer product recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-05-22
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- CZ
- Distribution
- Czechia
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/65d944d4-cc47-495f-8b0f-7dc656808d0c