Recalls / 2004-07-29

CPSC, The W.E. Bassett Company Announce Recall Eyelash Curlers

04188 · Recalled 2004-07-29 · CPSC page

Description

The "Frosted Grip" eyelash curlers have pink-plastic handles and are sold with a rubber re-fill pad. The eyelash curlers were sold under various brand names, including TRIM and Salon Plus. There are no identifying marks on the eyelash curler. However, item numbers are printed on the packaging. Item numbers involved in the recall include 5-87B (sold at Wal-Mart, CVS and Shopko), 5-87RA (sold at Rite Aid) and 5-87S (sold at Kroger).

Hazards

The plastic handles can detach and cause consumers to lose their grip, resulting in injuries to the eyes and face.

Reported injuries

Bassett has received 11 reports of injuries from the grip handles breaking off, causing abrasions, contusions and bruising in and around the eye.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these eyelash curlers immediately and contact The W.E. Bassett Company for a prepaid mailer to return the eyelash curler for a free replacement plus a $5 off coupon towards any TRIM product.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Eyelash Curlers		220,000

Parties

Manufacturer: The W.E. Bassett Company
Made in: China
Sold at: CVS, Meijer, Kroger, Rite Aid, SaveMart, Shopko, Wal-Mart, from September 2003 to June 2004, for, $4.

Consumer contact

For more information, consumers should contact The W.E. Bassett Company toll-free at (800) 394-8746 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.trim.com

Source: CPSC recall 04188. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.