WASHINGTON — Claire’s, the accessories and makeup store, has recalled several products after a mother sent her daughter’s kit to a lab for testing.
The results came back positive for asbestos, a toxic substance that if inhaled, can cause mesothelioma, according to the National Cancer Institute.
At the top of the Product and Safety page of Claires.com is a statement from the company that reads in part:
“As a result of today’s inquiry from WJAR-TV, we have taken the precautionary measure of pulling the items in question from sale, and will be conducting an immediate investigation into the alleged issues,” Claire’s said in a statement.
“Once we have more information and have the results of the investigation we will take the necessary action.”
The products recalled include:
- Ultimate Mega Make Up Set. Code: 71844
- Metallic Hot Pink Glitter 48 Piece Makeup Set. Code: 76094
- Pink Glitter Cellphone Makeup Compact. Code: 26556
- Bedazzled Rainbow Heart Makeup Set. Code: 11767
- Rainbow Bedazzled Star Make Up Set. Code: 20926
- Rainbow Glitter Heart Shaped Makeup Set. Code: 97275
- Mint Glitter Make Up Set. Code: 74769
- Rainbow Bedazzled Rectangle Make Up Set. Code: 21044
- Pink Glitter Palette with Eyeshadow & Lip Gloss. Code: 97276