Mist diffusers recalled over mold contamination

Recall date

July 21, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Nu Skin Recalls Mist Diffusers Due to Risk of Mold Exposure (Recall Alert)

Recall number

16758

Brand / firm

Puzhen Life Co. Limited

Sold / distributed

www.nuskin.com from January 2015 through March 2016 for about $165.

Why it was recalled

Mold can develop on the product, posing a health risk to individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold.

What was recalled

This recall involves Nu Skin Epoch mist diffusers. The diffuser is a plastic bowl with a glass lid and bamboo trim ring, used to diffuse essential oils. "Nu Skin" is engraved in the bamboo on the side of the product. The white and tan diffusers are 6.5 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches in height. The recalled lot numbers are PZ11351, PZ17051, PZ21551, PZ03151 and PZ03451. The lot number is printed on the white plastic on the bottom of the product.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mist diffusers and contact Nu Skin for instructions to inspect the product for mold and for a free replacement mist diffuser if mold is identified. Nu Skin is contacting purchasers of the product directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.