CPSC, The W.E. Bassett Company Announce Recall Eyelash Curlers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-07-29 · 04188
Hazards
The plastic handles can detach and cause consumers to lose their grip, resulting in injuries to the eyes and face.
Recall
Number
04188
Date
2004-07-29
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Eyelash Curlers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
The W.E. Bassett Company, of Shelton, Conn.
Retailer(s)
CVS, Meijer, Kroger, Rite Aid, SaveMart, Shopko, and Wal-Mart stores nationwide, from September 2003 to June 2004, for between $3 and $4.
Country of manufacture
China
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).