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- Simple is recalling batches of its Skin Micellar Cleansing Water in 200ml, 400ml, and 730ml sizes due to potential bacterial contamination that could cause eye inflammation for consumers.
- The potential presence of bacteria in affected batches prompted the recall, as the contamination carries risk of eye inflammation for some consumers using the product.
- Affected batches include 200ml batch codes 610041, 611641, and 615941; 400ml codes 611141, 611341, and 611441; and 730ml code 616741, sold between January 2, 2025, and September 3, 2026.
- Retailers including Tesco, Asda, and Superdrug are offering full refunds; a spokesman said "Stop using it and contact our Consumer Careline by email for further guidance and a refund."
- Unilever's Consumer Careline remains available via phone 0800 146 252 or 1800 604 060 to process refunds and identify affected batches for affected consumers.
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