Recalls / 2014-05-13
Avon Recalls Ergonomic Eyelash Curler Due to Eye Injury Hazard
14174 · Recalled 2014-05-13 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves an Avon Ergonomic Eyelash Curler which is silver with black ergonomic finger grips. The word Avon is engraved in the silver upper lash curling bar. The recalled curler has the Avon model number F3093441 which can be found on the product's box.
Hazards
The eyelash curler can break, exposing a metal pin, which poses an eye injury hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
Avon has received 24 reports of the Ergonomic Eyelash Curler breaking, including six reports of the spring breaking. These 24 incidents include 13 reports of injury, including three for which the consumer received medical attention.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ergonomic Eyelash Curler and return it to Avon in exchange for either a refund or a Mega Effects Mascara.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Ergonomic Eyelash Curler | About 478,000 in the United States and 41,795 in Canada |
Parties
- Importer
- Avon Products, Inc., Freeport, NY
- Made in
- China
Consumer contact
Avon Products toll-free at (877) 217-5076 (English) or (877) 217-5077 (Español) from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.avon.com and click on Product Recall at the bottom of the page.
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Source: CPSC recall 14174. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.