CPSC recall · Reported July 29, 2004
CPSC, The W.E. Bassett Company Announce Recall Eyelash Curlers
The plastic handles can detach and cause consumers to lose their grip, resulting in injuries to the eyes and face.
The W.e. Bassett Company, of Shelton, Conn. recalled The "Frosted Grip" eyelash curlers have pink-plastic handles and are sold with a rubber r….
CPSC, The W.E. Bassett Company Announce Recall Eyelash Curlers was recalled by The W.e. Bassett Company, of Shelton, Conn. in July 29, 2004. Reason: The plastic handles can detach and cause consumers to lose their grip, resulting in injuries to the eyes and …. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these eyelash curlers immediately and contact The W.E. Basset…. Verify recall #04188 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The W.e. Bassett Company, of Shelton, Conn. issued this CPSC recall-The plastic handles can detach and cause consumers to lose their grip, resulting in injuries to the eyes and ….
- None
- agency class
- 220K units
- affected scope
- July 29, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04188 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope (see the Recall Profile below) is large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product 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).
Reason for recall
The plastic handles can detach and cause consumers to lose their grip, resulting in injuries to the eyes and face.
Remedy, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04188 |
| Date reported | July 29, 2004 |
| Date initiated | July 29, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | The W.e. Bassett Company, of Shelton, Conn. |
| Affected scope | 220,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these eyelash curlers immediately and contact The W.E. Bassett Company for a prepaid mailer to return…
- Check the recall number (04188) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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