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Neutrogena Makeup Wipes Recalled Due to Bacterial Contamination

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Neutrogena, a leading brand in the personal care industry, has issued a recall of its popular Makeup Remover Ultra-Soft Cleansing Towelettes due to concerns over bacterial contamination. The recall follows a report by the FDA, which found that the wipes tested positive for the bacteria Pluralibacter gergoviae, also known as P. gergoviae. This bacteria can cause severe infections in individuals with weakened immune systems, chronic illnesses, or those undergoing surgical procedures. The affected wipes were sold in Texas, Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia.

Key Takeaways:

  • The recall affects Neutrogena's Makeup Remover Ultra-Soft Cleansing Towelettes, which contain the bacteria Pluralibacter gergoviae.
  • The affected wipes have the lot number 1835U6325A and were sold in Texas, Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia.
  • The recall was initiated by Kenvue Brands, Neutrogena's parent company, out of "an abundance of caution" and was voluntary.
  • The FDA has classified the risk level as Class II, indicating a possible temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequence.
  • No other Neutrogena products have been exposed to the bacteria.
  • Kenvue Brands has not released information on the number of affected products or the distribution channels.

Statistics:

  • The recall involves Makeup Remover Ultra-Soft Cleansing Towelettes with lot number 1835U6325A.
  • The affected wipes were sold in four U.S. states: Texas, Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia.
  • The FDA has classified the risk level as Class II.
  • No other Neutrogena products have been exposed to the bacteria.

Sources:

  • FDA report, cited in https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/?Product=216059
  • FDA guidance on recall classification, cited in https://www.fda.gov/safety/industry-guidance-recalls/recalls-background-and-definitions
  • NewsNation article, "Recalls: Neutrogena face wipes recalled over bacterial contamination", accessed at https://www.newsnationnow.com/us-news/recalls/neutrogena-face-wipes-recalled-bacterial-contamination/
  • The Daily Beast article, "Popular Makeup Wipes Recalled Over Contamination Fears", accessed at https://www.thedailybeast.com/popular-makeup-wipes-recalled-over-contamination-fears/

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