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Avon Recalls Ergonomic Eyelash Curler Due to Eye Injury Hazard

Reported: May 13, 2014 Initiated: May 13, 2014 #14174

Product 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.

Reason for Recall

The eyelash curler can break, exposing a metal pin, which poses an eye injury hazard to consumers.

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 478,000 in the United States and 41,795 in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Units affected: About 478,000 in the United States and 41,795 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
The eyelash curler can break, exposing a metal pin, which poses an eye injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 13, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14174.