Why was First Aid Beauty's Face Moisturizer recalled by FDA? Reasons explained

Skincare brand First Aid Beauty has announced a recall of its face moisturizer. This was a voluntary recall on the company’s part, first announced on December 23, 2024. The product in question is the Ultra Repair Cream, of which 2,756 units were withheld.

As per the latest updates, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified the recall under the second-highest risk category. The FDA cited a breach of Current Good Manufacturing Practice regulations, essential for ensuring pharmaceutical product safety and effectiveness, as the reason for the recall.

The issue arose because the First Aid Beauty products for quarantine were mistakenly distributed. The affected items, distributed nationwide, bear lot numbers 24D44 and 24D45 and expiration dates of April 10 and 11, 2026.

The recall has been classified as Class II, meaning the product could cause temporary or reversible health issues with a low likelihood of serious harm. Consumers should check batch codes on the packaging. They can also find more details on the FDA’s website and by contacting the distributor.

FDA categorizes product recalls into three classes based on the severity of health risks associated with their use. Class I recalls involve products with a high probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

Class II recalls pertain to products that may lead to temporary or reversible health issues, while the likelihood of serious harm is considered remote. Lastly, Class III recalls encompass products where the use or exposure is not expected to result in any adverse health effects.

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What we know about First Aid Beauty and the product in question

First Aid Beauty aims to help one achieve healthy and good skin, even if sensitive. The brand uses gentle, effective formulas clinically proven to work without irritating.

Moreover, the ingredients are carefully chosen, avoiding over 1,300 harmful ones. Committed to cruelty-free practices, First Aid Beauty’s products are designed to be safe for all skin types as they avoid harsh chemicals or artificial fragrances.

The Ultra Repair Cream is an award-winning moisturizer designed to soothe and hydrate extremely dry and irritated skin, including eczema. As per the company’s website, it has been recognized by the National Eczema Association and is eligible for use with Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.

Clinical studies have shown that this moisturizer can significantly improve skin hydration within minutes and strengthen the skin's natural barrier within a week. However, the results may vary.

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First Aid Beauty has launched a limited-time edition of the Ultra Repair Cream, showing solidarity for people affected by the LA wildfires. This limited-edition item can be purchased from the official website firstaidbeauty.com.

This limited-edition Ultra Repair Cream is a special product that aims to give back to the community. Half of the purchase price from each jar will be donated to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation. This will help support firefighters who work hard to keep people safe during devastating fires. It is priced at $38.