Neutrogena makeup wipes recalled over possible bacterial contamination

Neutrogena is recalling some of its popular makeup wipes due to possible bacterial contamination.

The recall covers 1,312 cases of Neutrogena Extra Soft Makeup Remover Cleansing Wipes after testing revealed the presence of pluralibacter gergoviae, a bacteria known to cause infections in some people, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The agency said the affected products were distributed to several states, including Texas, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida, and bear lot number 1835U6325A.

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Pluralibacter gergoviae bacteria can lead to serious infections in individuals with weakened immune systems, chronic health conditions, or those undergoing surgery, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

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“The good news is that for the vast majority of the population, these bacteria pose no harm at all,” Fox News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphir said on “Fox & Friends Weekend” on Sunday. “It’s really for those who are immunocompromised.

She noted that the FDA has classified this as a Level 2 safety recall, meaning “the risk is very minimal.”

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FILE PHOTO: A woman is photographed removing her makeup using a makeup wipe. The recalled products were distributed to several states, including Texas, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. (iStock/iStock)

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“We see these recalls in a lot of cosmetics all the time,” Sapphire said.

Saphir noted that these types of bacteria are found naturally in soil and water.

She also encouraged consumers to be careful when applying products to their faces when they have any type of open wound.

“It’s likely safe, but you could still expose yourself to a bacterial infection,” Safire said.

The Neutrogena logo was photographed on September 17, 2008 in New York City. The recall comes amid a wave of recent product recalls across major brands. (Will Ragozzino/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images / Getty Images)

The recall comes amid a wave of recent product recalls across major brands.

Over the summer, DermaRite Industries similarly announced it would recall products including hand soap, deodorant, lotions, shampoo and hand sanitizer due to concerns about bacterial contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Neutrogena and the FDA did not immediately respond to FOX Business’ request for comment.