Safety checks
Safety alerts
Creams, soaps and beauty products that NAFDAC has recalled, banned or warned are being faked. If you have one, stop using it.
Last checked 22 October 2026. Each alert links to NAFDAC’s own notice, which is the official record. All NAFDAC alerts
Suspected counterfeit ORACIRE+ toothpaste
NAFDAC warns of suspected counterfeit ORACIRE+ toothpaste in circulation.
Impala brand gel nail polish (made in Brazil)
Brazil’s regulator recalled all batches of five Impala gel nail polish products because they contain TPO, a banned chemical. Stop using them and report any reaction.
Unregistered and suspected counterfeit Colgate toothpaste
NAFDAC warns of unregistered, suspected counterfeit Colgate toothpaste being distributed.
Counterfeit Dermazin (1% silver sulphadiazine) cream
Fake packs carry batch MV5093, made 05/2024, expiry 05/2027. The genuine batch is PF6565 (made 11/2024, expiry 10/2027). Buy medicines only from licensed pharmacies.
Johnson & Johnson talc baby powder: UK legal claims
NAFDAC alerted the public to legal claims in the UK alleging asbestos-related cancer risks from Johnson & Johnson talc baby powder.
Unregistered Fair Child soap
Fair Child soap found in Nigerian markets is not registered with NAFDAC.
Dove Exfoliating Hand Soap and some Dove deodorants (BMHCA)
Following an EU ban, NAFDAC warned against these products because they contain BMHCA (butylphenyl methylpropional, also called lilial), a fragrance chemical banned in EU cosmetics because it may harm fertility. They were not registered with NAFDAC.
Nivea roll-on deodorant (EU alert)
Recalled after a safety alert from the EU’s rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products.
Dove Beauty Cream Bar, one German-made batch (BMHCA)
One batch (81832M 08) of the 100g bar made in Germany was recalled in the EU because it contains BMHCA, a banned fragrance chemical.
Radox Care + Moisturise liquid hand wash (BMHCA)
Recalled because it contains BMHCA, a banned fragrance chemical.
Caro White skin-lightening beauty lotion (made in Côte d’Ivoire)
Recalled in Europe because its kojic acid is above the EU’s 1% limit. Batch LB2.1790.B, barcode 6181100538892.
Dex Luxury bar soap (BMHCA)
Sale banned because it contains BMHCA, a banned fragrance chemical.
Sheesha beauty cream and Dona White Extra Whitening lotion (mercury)
Banned in the EU because they contain mercury, which damages the kidneys and nerves and is absorbed through the skin.
Intesa aftershave, Face and Beard Barber Shop range (BMHCA)
Recalled because it contains BMHCA, a banned fragrance chemical.
Important
Found a fake, or had a reaction?
Stop using the product and keep it with its pack and receipt. Report it to NAFDAC on 0800-162-3322 (free) or sf.alert@nafdac.gov.ng. If your skin is burning, blistering or swelling, see a doctor or pharmacist today.