URGENT RECALL 

MCoBeauty SPF50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen

AUST L 420373 

MCoBeauty is recalling batch A1772, expiry 07/2026 of MCoBeauty SPF 50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen. 

What is the problem? 

Preliminary results from independent re-testing of the manufacturer’s base formulation (BF004) used in MCoBeauty SPF 50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen suggest that the SPF level of the product is unlikely to meet the labelled SPF rating. 

This product was discontinued in August 2023 and has not been manufactured since that date. 

What are the risks?

People using this product may be at an increased risk of sunburn during use and reduced prevention of skin cancer in the longer term. 

To date, no serious adverse events relating to the use of MCoBeauty SPF 50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen have been reported to the TGA. 

What should I do?

If you purchased the product directly from the MCoBeauty website or from a retailer, please  CLICK HERE to obtain information on seeking a refund.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a refund?
If you have a tube of MCoBeauty SPF 50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen AUST L 420373 (batch A1772, expiry 07/2026), click this link to complete our refund form: Refund Request Form. If you have any questions or need further information, contact MCoBeauty Customer Care via email at info@mcobeauty.com.au.

How long will the refund take to receive?
Refunds are typically issued within 10-15 business days, depending on your preferred refund option.

Why was the MCo SPF Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen withdrawn?
This product was a discontinued SKU, last manufactured in July 2023. Recent re-testing of the manufacturer’s base formulation indicates that this product may provide a lower level of sun protection than the SPF 50+ claimed, which means it may not provide the expected level of safety against UV exposure.

What should I do if I have or still use this MCoBeauty Sunscreen that has been withdrawn?
If you have a tube of MCoBeauty SPF 50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen AUST L 420373 (batch A1772, expiry 07/2026), at home, we recommend you stop using it and follow this link to complete our refund form: Refund Request Form. If you have any questions or need further information, contact MCoBeauty Customer Care via email at info@mcobeauty.com.au.

Which batch numbers are affected?
This recall applies to batch A1772, expiry 07/2026 of the MCoBeauty SPF 50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen AUST L 420373.

Are the other products in the range affected?
No. This recall is limited to the SPF 50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen AUST L 420373, batch A1772.

What testing has been undertaken?
MCoBeauty Mattifying Mineral SPF 50+ Sunscreen was manufactured using the same base formulation as a number of other sunscreens. Independent testing indicates that the base formulation may not meet the claimed SPF 50+ protection level and was found to provide protection no greater than SPF 21.

Should I keep using MCoBeauty SPF 50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen if I still have it?
No, we recommend you stop using it and contact us for a refund. On 19 September, TGA issued a notice providing us with information that preliminary results from the re-testing of the manufacturer base formulation used in MCo Beauty SPF 50+ Mineral Mattifying Sunscreen AUST L 420373, indicated it may provide a lower level of SPF protection than the claimed SPF 50+.