Gel nail polish Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database Entry

1. Recall Summary
The European Commission Safety Gate alert (case number SR/01644/26) reports a recall for a cosmetic product sold in Italy. The product is a gel nail polish manufactured in Italy and distributed under the brand name Jenessa. The recall was initiated following the identification of a prohibited substance in the product’s ingredient list. The notifying country is Italy. The measure ordered by the relevant authority is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures, effective from 21 October 2025.

2. Affected Products
– Product type: Gel nail polish (gel nail varnish, 15 ml)
– Brand: Jenessa
– Product name: Base Fiber Clear – Base Gel UV/LED
– Model/type number: 9026
– Batch number: AG155878
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of origin: Italy
– Notifying country: Italy
– Production dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company recall code: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
According to the recall notice, the product contains a substance that is prohibited in cosmetic products under EU regulations. The specific substance identified is Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO). The recall notice states that TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child, and may cause allergic skin reactions. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The risk level is classified as “Serious risk” by the notifying authority. The risk type is listed as “Chemical.”

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers regarding actions such as returning the product or discontinuing use. Consumers who have purchased the affected product (Jenessa Base Fiber Clear – Base Gel UV/LED, batch AG155878) are advised to check the product’s batch number and ingredient list. Because the product has been banned from marketing, consumers should stop using the product immediately. The recall notice does not specify a consumer hotline, website, or other direct contact method for individual consumers.

5. Official Remedy
The official measure ordered by the competent authority is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. The type of economic operator to whom the measure was ordered is the distributor. The date of entry into force of the measure is 21 October 2025. The recall notice does not specify a remedy for individual consumers, such as a refund, replacement, or repair. No information is provided regarding whether consumers are entitled to a refund from the retailer or distributor.

6. Contact Information
– Case number: SR/01644/26
– Safety Gate alert reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099150
– Notifying country: Italy
– Brand: Jenessa
– Distributor contact details: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Manufacturer contact details: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Consumer service contact: Not specified in the recall notice.

Additional Notes
– The recall notice includes three images of the product, accessible via the Safety Gate alert page.
– The product is a gel nail varnish in a 15 ml container.
– The recall is based on a chemical risk due to non-compliance with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
– No information is provided regarding the number of units affected, the distribution dates, or whether the product was sold online or in physical stores.

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