KEBS Seizes Banned Cosmetics in Mombasa and Warns of Dangerous Chemicals

The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) seized banned cosmetics during routine inspections in Tudor Estate and the Marikiti area of Mombasa. It warned that some products contain mercury, hydroquinone or potent corticosteroids, which can harm the kidneys and nervous system, damage the skin or increase infection risks. KEBS advised consumers to check packaging for its quality mark and verify certification by texting 20023. The seizure is part of a wider crackdown on illegal and non-compliant products sold in Kenya.