The popular shampoo brand amika has recalled nearly one million bottles of its product Mirrorball High Shine + Protect due to potential contamination with the bacteria Pluralibacter gergoviae.
Nearly one million bottles of a popular antioxidant amika shampoo have been recalled from the market due to the detection of bacterial contamination. This recall affects over 980,000 units and was carried out following reports of the possible presence of bacteria from the Pseudomonas genus, which may pose a health risk to consumers.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has warned that these bacteria can cause serious infections, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems or underlying lung conditions. The bacteria can enter the body through inhalation, eyes, or open wounds. Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them immediately and follow the instructions for proper disposal and refund requests.
This bacterium is known for its resistance to common antimicrobial agents and preservatives.
California, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, New York, and Texas are among the 31 states where the haircare product was sold.
The recall affects products sold in 31 U.S. states between 2023 and 2024, including retailers such as Walmart, Sephora, and Amazon. Although no serious adverse health events have been reported, the bacteria can cause infections in individuals with weakened immune systems or damaged skin.
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