The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has announced a series of urgent recalls affecting popular products sold in some of the UK’s biggest supermarkets and retailers.
Shoppers are being urged to stop using the affected products immediately and return them for a full refund due to risks ranging from serious infection to fire hazards and strangulation risks.
Tesco Recall – Facial Cleansing Wipes
Tesco has recalled multiple batches of its Kind & Pure Facial Cleansing Wipes after microbiological testing detected Pluralibacter gergoviae, a bacterium that can pose health risks.
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Particularly dangerous for those with weakened immune systems or chronic illnesses.
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May cause skin irritation for sensitive users.
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Tesco urges customers to return wipes in-store for a full refund.
Affected products include:
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Tesco Kind & Pure 25 Facial Cleansing Wipes (Batch codes: 5128723, 5129723, 5130723, 5143723, 5144723, 5145723, 5146723, 5163723, 5164723, 5168723, 5169723, 5188723, 5176715, 5177715)
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Tesco Kind & Pure Radiant Facial Cleansing Wipes Vitamin C 25 Pack (Batch codes: 5187723, 5186723, 5188723, 5154715, 5155715, 5156715)
Tower Air Fryer Recall – Fire Risk
A major recall has been issued for six Tower Air Fryer models sold at Tesco, Lidl, Argos, B&M, Poundland, Robert Dyas, DID, and Tower’s website.
The OPSS confirmed the products present a risk of overheating and fire.
Models affected:
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T17023 – Tower 2.2Ltr Manual Air Fryer
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T17061BLK – Tower 4Ltr Manual Air Fryer
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T17067 – Tower 4Ltr Digital Air Fryer
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T17087 – Tower 2Ltr Compact Manual Air Fryer
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T17129L – Tower Vortx 8L Air Fryer (Lidl)
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T17129 – Tower Vortx 8L Air Fryer (Argos)
Action: Stop using immediately, unplug, and register for a refund/replacement via Tower Housewares Safety Recall.
Next Recall – Children’s Clothing
Retailer Next is recalling several children’s clothing lines due to a strangulation and choking risk caused by long decorative cords.
Affected products:
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Miss Summer Dresses
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Knitted Top, Shorts and Headband Outfit Set
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Item codes: F83773, F83782, F83791, F83775, F83779, F83781, F85623
Action: Return to Next for a full refund. Customers can arrange collection by calling 0333 777 8000 (option 1) or use Selfserve: 0800 587 7758.
TK Maxx Recall – Byblos Blu Perfume
TK Maxx has recalled Byblos Blu Eau de Toilette after it was found to contain Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde (Lyral/HICC).
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Banned in Europe for use in cosmetics due to serious allergic reaction risks.
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Affects style numbers: 898378, 898370, 898365.
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Sold between January and March 2025.
Action: Stop using immediately and return to any TK Maxx store for a refund.
Lidl Recall – Tower Dual Basket Air Fryer
Lidl has separately recalled the Tower Vortx 8L Dual Basket Air Fryer (T17129L).
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The unit poses a potential fire hazard due to overheating.
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Lidl customers are urged to check their product via Tower Safety Recall.
Action: Stop using immediately, return for a refund or replacement.
OPSS Consumer Warning
The OPSS continues to remind consumers about the risks of unsafe electrical goods, cosmetics, and children’s products.
In a statement, a spokesperson said:
“If your product is affected, stop using it immediately and return it via the appropriate retailer. These recalls are precautionary but essential to protect consumer health and safety.”
What To Do If You Own These Products
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Stop using immediately.
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Check the recall notice for your batch code or model.
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Contact the retailer or manufacturer for a refund/replacement.
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Do not dispose of recalled items in household waste until instructed.
