{"product_id":"neutrotone-cream-white-moon-30g","title":"Neutrotone Cream White Moon 30g  Clobetasol 0.05%","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeutrotone Cream White Moon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Moon \/ Neutrotone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTopical medicated cream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredient Identified\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClobetasol propionate 0.05% w\/w\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrug Class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery potent topical corticosteroid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Medical Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort-term treatment of certain steroid-responsive inflammatory skin conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommonly Marketed For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin toning\/lightening and spot reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTopical \/ cutaneous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry Associated With Safety Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItaly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode in UK Safety Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9168916\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetic Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot appropriate to treat as an ordinary cosmetic cream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeutrotone Cream White Moon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a topical cream associated with \u003cstrong\u003eclobetasol propionate 0.05%\u003c\/strong\u003e, a very potent corticosteroid used medically for certain inflammatory and steroid-responsive skin conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the product is sold online as a skin-toning or lightening cream, official safety information has raised concerns about its use as a cosmetic product. A UK safety investigation found clobetasol propionate in the product and classified it as presenting a \u003cstrong\u003eserious chemical risk\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the affected product withdrawn from the market.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClobetasol propionate 0.05% w\/w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ghana FDA's product information identifies clobetasol propionate at 0.05% w\/w as the active ingredient.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003enot a product I recommend giving a general cosmetic-use routine for\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClobetasol is intended for \u003cstrong\u003eshort-term treatment of specific inflammatory skin conditions when clinically appropriate\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than routine skin lightening. The Ghana FDA information states that it is indicated for resistant inflammatory and pruritic steroid-responsive dermatoses and warns that prolonged use can cause serious adverse effects. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Shopify wording:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only as directed by a qualified healthcare professional or according to the product's approved medical instructions. Do not use routinely as a skin-lightening or cosmetic cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSkin Concerns \/ Medical Conditions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medically documented indications for clobetasol include certain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResistant inflammatory dermatoses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePsoriasis, excluding widespread plaque psoriasis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLichen planus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscoid lupus erythematosus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther steroid-responsive skin conditions that have not responded adequately to less-potent corticosteroids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are \u003cstrong\u003emedical indications, not cosmetic skin concerns\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause clobetasol is a \u003cstrong\u003every potent corticosteroid\u003c\/strong\u003e, inappropriate or prolonged use can cause significant local and systemic effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossible effects include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin thinning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStretch marks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChanges in skin pigmentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurning or irritation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreased susceptibility to skin infections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible small blood vessels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcne-like eruptions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerioral dermatitis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelayed wound healing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSystemic corticosteroid effects when significant absorption occurs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe risk increases with prolonged use, large quantities, large treatment areas, occlusion, or inappropriate use. The product information specifically warns that prolonged use may result in serious undesirable effects.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant precautions for your customers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use as a routine skin-lightening cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use continuously without medical supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid applying to large areas of the body unless specifically instructed by a healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid use on the face unless specifically prescribed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid the eyes and mucous membranes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not apply to broken or infected skin unless medically directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not cover treated areas with airtight dressings unless instructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep away from children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren are particularly susceptible to corticosteroid adverse effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use in children under 1 year according to the product information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek medical advice if the condition worsens or does not improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ghana FDA information specifically notes that children are more susceptible to local and systemic corticosteroid side effects and generally require shorter treatment courses and less-potent corticosteroids.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eImportant Safety Notice\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA UK government product-safety report dated \u003cstrong\u003e19 March 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e identified \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Moon Neutrotone Steroid Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e as presenting a serious chemical risk. Laboratory analysis found \u003cstrong\u003e321 mg\/kg clobetasol propionate\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the corrective action was \u003cstrong\u003ewithdrawal from the market\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe London Trading Standards list also records \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNeutrotone White Moon Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e among skin-lightening products tested and found to contain clobetasol propionate.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCanada has separately listed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNeutrotone Cream White Moon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e among unauthorized skin-lightening\/skin-treatment products labelled to contain clobetasol propionate. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTherefore, before selling this product through Cocci Beauty, verify the exact batch, manufacturer, registration status and regulatory authorization in Nigeria.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Is Neutrotone White Moon a skin-lightening cream?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is marketed by some retailers as a skin-toning\/lightening cream, but safety authorities have identified \u003cstrong\u003eclobetasol propionate\u003c\/strong\u003e in Neutrotone White Moon. It should not be treated as an ordinary cosmetic brightening cream. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. What is the active ingredient?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe documented active ingredient is \u003cstrong\u003eclobetasol propionate 0.05% w\/w\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e3. What is clobetasol?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClobetasol propionate is a \u003cstrong\u003every potent topical corticosteroid\u003c\/strong\u003e used for certain inflammatory skin conditions.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Can I use it every day for skin lightening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Routine cosmetic use is not appropriate for a very potent corticosteroid. Prolonged or inappropriate use can cause serious skin and systemic adverse effects. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Can I use it on my face?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use it on the face for cosmetic lightening unless specifically prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Can it remove dark spots?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome retailers advertise it for spots, but that does not make it appropriate or safe as a cosmetic dark-spot treatment. The documented medical use is for certain inflammatory skin conditions.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Is Neutrotone White Moon safe for children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should not be used in children without appropriate medical direction. The product information states that Neutrotone is contraindicated in children under one year and that children are more susceptible to corticosteroid side effects. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8. Why is there a safety warning about this product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA UK investigation found clobetasol propionate in White Moon Neutrotone and classified the product as presenting a serious chemical risk, leading to withdrawal from the market.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"White Moon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52945676796191,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"NGN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0075\/0639\/5203\/files\/Neutrotone_Cream_White_Moon_30g_Clobetasol_0.05.png?v=1790674909","url":"https:\/\/www.cocci.com.ng\/products\/neutrotone-cream-white-moon-30g","provider":"Coccibeauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}