The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed an unauthorised cosmetic production facility, Shine Shine Skincare, located in Agege, Lagos State.
The agency’s operation uncovered the production of bleaching cosmetics falsely marketed as “organic” and safe for use, despite being manufactured under poor Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) conditions.
Among the unregistered products seized were Peeling White Scrub, Glass Scrub Wash, Antiaging Radiant Glow, Customized Whitening Black Soap, 10X Customised Native Soap, 5D Instant Whitening Soap, Yellow Tone Whitening Body Cream, Exfoliation Soap, and Customised Body Cream.
Investigations revealed that these deceptively formulated products often contain unsafe levels of banned substances, including corticosteroid-based bleaching agents, which can lead to serious health complications such as skin thinning, delayed healing, and increased vulnerability to injuries.
NAFDAC has cautioned Nigerians that such unwholesome cosmetic products pose significant public health risks and urged consumers to exercise caution when purchasing cosmetics and other regulated items.
The agency confirmed that investigations into the illegal operation are ongoing and that appropriate sanctions will be applied.