Popular face wash urgently recalled over contamination risk — 'stop using'

Popular face wash urgently recalled over contamination risk — 'stop using' The popular brand of skincare has issued an urgent caution Simple has issued an urgent recall warning for its customers as some of its products pose a contamination risk. The skincare brand, which is stocked across major UK stores and supermarkets, said the items present a "microbiological risk". It means the affected batches may cause eye inflammation. As a result, customers with the products have been urged to stop using them "immediately", and they have been pulled from shelves. The Simple Kind to Skin Micellar Cleansing Water in 200ml, 400ml and 730ml bottles are affected. A recall alert was issued earlier this month for just one size of the cleanser; now more have been added. Customers must check if they have the affected bottles. Recalled Simple products Simple Kind to Skin Micellar Cleansing Water - Product size: 200ml Batch codes: 610041, 611641, 615941 - Product size: 400ml Batch codes: 611141, 611341, 611441, 613341, 613441, 614541, 614741, 614841 - Product size: 730ml Batch codes: 613841, 613941, 611041, 616641, 616741 The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a recall notice for the items. It said: "It has been identified that affected batches may be microbiologically contaminated, which may cause eye inflammation. "The affected batches do not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 (the ‘Cosmetics Regulation’)." The OPSS added: "The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by Unilever. Consumers in possession of an affected batch should stop using the product immediately. "Please access Simple Kind to Skin Recall Notice or contact your place of purchase for instructions on returns, disposal, and refund/redress." The recall applies in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. Simple said: "We are recalling these products because the safety of the people who buy and use our products is our top priority. "Other Simple products are not affected by this issue. We understand that product recalls can be concerning, and we are sorry for any concern or inconvenience this may have caused." Batch codes can be found on the bottom of the bottle. Customers can contact Simple's Consumer Careline by email on [email protected] for further guidance and a refund, or call 0800 146 252 (UK) or 1800 604 060 (ROI). Proof of purchase is not needed, but you need to send a photograph of the product and the affected batch code. Simple explained: "The recall has been initiated following testing which identified the possible presence of bacteria in some units (within specific batches), which has the potential to cause eye inflammation for some consumers. "If you have any concerns about your health, we recommend seeking advice from a medical professional."