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Erborian Centella Crème Recalled in UK Over Microbiological Contamination

The company has pulled four contaminated batches of its Centella Crème from UK shelves after regulators flagged microbiological breaches.

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Overview

  • OPSS tests found Candida parapsilosis, Micrococcus luteus, Microbacterium oxydans contamination in batches KM06343, KM07343, KM05363, KM06363.
  • Affected 20ml and 50ml tubes have been withdrawn from sale nationwide to prevent potential health risks.
  • Retailers including John Lewis have issued customer alerts urging purchasers to stop use before returning or disposing of the creams.
  • Erborian described the recall as precautionary, attributing the contamination risk to the formula’s lack of preservatives.
  • Consumers should cease use immediately and contact [email protected] for information on returns or refunds.