Warning over illegal and unsafe teeth-whitening products
Irish health regulators have issued a warning regarding illegal teeth-whitening kits containing dangerous levels of hydrogen peroxide. Thousands of units have been seized due to risks of chemical burns and long-term oral health damage.
Why it matters
Consumer safety is at risk from unregulated cosmetic products sold online, necessitating public health warnings and regulatory intervention.
Consumers have been warned that illegal and potentially unsafe teeth-whitening products with high levels of hydrogen peroxide are entering the Irish market.
The article reports on official government warnings and public safety data.
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