The public is advised not to use one cosmetic product found to be adulterated with undeclared, potent western medicine. The Ministry of Health in its media release informed that the findings were the result of laboratory tests by the Pharmacy Division, Department of Scientific Services.
Airee Beauty Care – Night Cream manufactured in Malaysia was found to be adulterated with Mercury. The adulterant found in the products can cause adverse effects that are harmful to health. Public who have used the products are advised to stop taking them immediately. The sale of the products including online is an offence under the Medicines (Cosmetic Products) Regulations, 2007 and if found guilty can be fined not more than $5,000, imprisonment not more than two years or both.
Source: Radio Television Brunei