Myer and Sephora recall Benefit’s Gimme Brow makeup

A popular eyebrow volumising product has been recalled from Australian shelves over fears it could contain potentially harmful bacteria. 

The affected batches of Gimme Brow ‘fiber gel’ by American make-up brand Benefit was sold between January and October 26.

Retail giants Myer and Sephora sold the contaminated product, as well as Amuse Beauty Studio and online stores including Princess Polly, Adore Beauty and Skincare Store. 

Retail giants Myer and Sephora sold the contaminated product, as well as Amuse Beauty Studio and several online outlets

The ACCC has urged customers to stop using the brow gel immediately and to return it to its place of purchase for a full refund. 

While the contaminated gel poses no serious risk to eyebrows or skin, it could cause irritation if it comes into contact with the eye.

The batch has an expiry date of October 31, 2019, with 17 products across the range potentially containing the bacteria. 

Gimme Brow claims to create natural looking, fuller brows through microfibers that adhere to skin and hair. 

Make-up retailer Sephora was one of the stores that sold the potentially contaminated product