Bare Anatomy shampoo stopped at the EU border over chemical risk
EU authorities stopped the import of this product (Bare Anatomy shampoo) after it was found to pose a chemical risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Shampoo advertised as anti-dandruff.
- Brand
- Bare Anatomy
- Barcode
- Not listed in the notice
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- India
- Category
- Cosmetics
Why it's dangerous
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. Additionally, the product contains allergenic fragrances (Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene and Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone), which are not mentioned in the list of ingredients. Failure to mention the presence of an allergenic fragrance in the labelling in leave-on products may cause dermatitis/eczema, or more serious skin reactions in already sensitised persons.
What the authorities did
Source
Last synced 3 Oct 2026, 01:15 UTC. SafeCart is an independent company, not an EU body. This page summarises the official notice, which is the authoritative record.