UK retailer TK Maxx recalls two beauty products over safety risks

By Lynsey Barber | Published: 15-Apr-2025
Ingredients Regulatory

A perfume fails to comply with European rules and could cause an allergic reaction, while a beauty device has been recalled over concerns it could cause electric shock

UK retailer TK Maxx has recalled two beauty products and has warned consumers to stop using them immediately over safety risks.

Byblos Blu Happy Hour eau de toilette was sold in stores between January and March this year and has the product codes 898365, 898370 and 898378.

The product contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC.

The synthetic fragrance ingredient is used in a range of products including deodorants, cosmetics, shower gels and cleaning products, as well as perfume.

It has been banned for use in cosmetics products in Europe since August 2021 as it was identified as a potential skin sensitiser that can cause allergic reactions.

A separate recall notice has been issued by the discount clothing and homeware retailer for the Erth Beauty Hair Revitalize Steamer Cap.

The device was sold in TK Maxx and sister stores Homesense between January and April this year and has the product number ZT-A.

Eclat Cosmetic, the company which makes the device, has recalled it over concerns it could cause electric shock or fire as the plug’s fuse does not meet the required safety standards.

Both items can be returned to any TK Maxx or Homesense store for a full refund.

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