Contaminated Make Up Removers Pulled As Guest Amenities from Holiday Inn Express Hotels

Toiletry amenities on a vanity at a Holiday Inn Express in Bastrop, TX. The photo is courtesy of Flickr.com, which contained the following comments, “these were the instructions at the holiday inn express in Bastrop. Unfortunately, when Jennifer tried to use the makeup remover pad, it stunk like puke. So, she used a washcloth anyway.”EASTON, Md. - simplySmart “Remove” Make Up Remover, a guest amenity at Holiday Inn Express hotels in the United States and Canada, has been recalled by its manufacturer, Celeste Industrial Corporation. The product is packaged as a single towelette with hiexpress.com shown on the packet.

The issue was discovered after a consumer complained of an odor coming from the towelette packet, said the manufacturer. Product samples tested positive for a bacteria called Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

The bacteria may cause serious infections in areas including the eyes, skin, and respiratory systems. Individuals at highest risk are those who are immunosuppressed. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the problem, according to the manufacturer.

Celeste Industrial advises any hotel guests who may have taken the product to destroy it. Individuals that have used the product and have concerns are advised to see their doctors. The company says that it has found the source of the contamination and will take action prevent any future contamination when the product is reintroduced.

Consumers with questions regarding the recall should contact Celeste Industrial at (410) 822-6200, ext. 1349 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST and ask for quality assurance department, or e-mail at recall@celestecorp.com. This recall is being made in cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration.