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No. Mercury and its compounds are banned in skin creams in Great Britain. The only exceptions are two mercury-based preservatives allowed in small amounts in eye products.
England, Wales, Scotland
Banned in skin creamsMercury and its compounds are on the list of substances cosmetics must not contain (Annex II, entry 221). The exceptions in Annex V are two preservatives allowed only in eye products, at up to 0.007% mercury.
Mercury and its compounds, except those special cases included in Annex V
This page is about legal status only. A product being allowed doesn't mean it's right for your skin, and a product being banned doesn't tell you how risky an old bottle at home is. If you're worried about a reaction, speak to a pharmacist or GP. If you've used a cream you think contained mercury, speak to a GP.
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