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Health Canada recalls unauthorized skin lightening, treatment products containing 'dangerous ingredients'

The image displayed shows Maxi-Peel Exfloiant Solution 1, a skin treatment product that has been recalled by Health Canada. Health Canada has recalled various unapproved skin lightening and skin treatment products that may pose serious health risks. (Photo Courtesy of Health Canada) The image displayed shows Maxi-Peel Exfloiant Solution 1, a skin treatment product that has been recalled by Health Canada. Health Canada has recalled various unapproved skin lightening and skin treatment products that may pose serious health risks. (Photo Courtesy of Health Canada)
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Health Canada has issued a recall for several unauthorized skin lightening and skin treatment products, used for skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, after the products were labelled to contain or have been found to contain "dangerous ingredients."

issued on Wednesday, the recall is for the following products: Beneks' Fashion Fair Cream, Funbact-A, Visita Plus, Brilliant Skin Essentials Brillant Rejuv Set, Maxi-Peel Exfoliant Solution 1,2, and 3, and RDL Babyface Solution.

The health agency says the products have not been approved and may contain ingredients not listed on the label, or if labelled, may indicate dangerous ingredients and pose serious health risks.

Health Canada , which were promoted for sexual enhancement, weight loss, as a workout aid, as "poppers," or for lightening skin or treating skin conditions, earlier this year.

Health Canada urges Canadians to stop using the recalled products and consult a health care professional if products have been used and if you have health concerns.

Health Canada says the sale of unauthorized health products in Canada is illegal.

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