25 lots of Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Grip recalled over a packaging defect

What was recalled

Henkel Corporation of Rocky Hill, Connecticut is voluntarily recalling Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Grip, 6.76 fl. oz/200 ml, sold in the United States. FDA's listing describes the product as an extra strong mousse. It comes in an aluminum can, and the recall covers 25 lots identified by batch codes printed on the back of the can.

This is a resurfaced recall, not one initiated in September. Henkel's announcement and FDA's posting are both dated Aug. 11, 2026. The notice circulated again in late-August beauty-recall coverage, where the leak-under-pressure language produced burst- and explosion-style headlines, and that second wave of attention is why many people are only now searching for it.

The scope is narrow. Henkel says no other Henkel products are subject to the recall, and that Osis Grip 6.76 fl. oz/200 ml cans with codes not on the list are safe to use. The wider portfolio the notice mentions, including other Schwarzkopf hair care and Henkel's laundry and soap brands, is not part of this action.

Why it was recalled

The reason given is a potential packaging issue. In Henkel's words, product could leak from the package under pressure, which creates a risk of explosion. FDA's summary lists the reason as a packaging defect. The notice does not say what the imperfection is, which supplier or production line was involved, or how many cans within the 25 lots are affected.

Henkel says it learned about the situation through one customer complaint and two salon reports. That is the entire evidentiary record in the notice; it does not describe test results or a root cause. The recall is described as a voluntary action conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Because the notice's hazard language is limited to leaking under pressure and a risk of explosion, this article does not go further than that. If you have a can from a listed batch, the practical takeaway is to stop using it and follow the return instructions below.

Where it was sold

Henkel says the recalled lots were distributed in the United States through 21 distributors in 12 states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Florida, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas and Washington. The product was also sold to hair professionals and to consumers at the retail level.

The notice does not name the distributors, salons or retail chains, and it does not give a sales window. Because this is a Schwarzkopf Professional product sold to hair professionals as well as consumers, some cans will be in salons rather than homes. A distribution list of 12 states also does not rule out a can traveling further through a salon's or reseller's own purchasing, which is why the batch code, not the state, is the thing to check.

Other personal-care recalls covered in this series include the MD Wipe Outz numbing tattoo wipes, pulled over packaging that is not child-resistant, and the Lipofit Extreme fat burner, recalled after FDA testing found undeclared ingredients.

How to identify a recalled can

Everything turns on the batch code, which Henkel says is printed on the back side of the can. Match it against the 25 codes below exactly, character for character; several codes differ by a single letter or digit (for example 291435H76O and 291435H77O, or 291515A59O and 291515A99O). Most codes end in the letter O, while one, 291825E960, appears in the notice ending in a zero. Copy the code as printed on your can and compare it with the FDA notice if you are unsure.

Only the 6.76 fl. oz/200 ml aluminum can is named. If your can is a different size, it is not part of this recall; if it is the 6.76 fl. oz size and the code is not listed, Henkel says it is safe to use.

Reported injuries

The notice reports one injury: bruising on the hand, reported by the customer whose complaint was one of the three reports that led to the recall. Henkel says no other injuries were identified. The two salon reports are not described as involving injuries.

That is the complete injury record in the notice as posted on Aug. 11, 2026. The announcement does not say whether any cans actually burst, how the bruising occurred, or whether further reports have come in since. If you were hurt by a can, the notice gives no specific reporting instruction beyond the company's customer line; FDA's MedWatch program also accepts reports of problems with cosmetics.

For comparison, the bettergoods pistachio nut butter recall, another action that resurfaced in late August, reported no illnesses at all. The Osis Grip notice is unusual in that it documents a physical injury, even a minor one.

What consumers should do

Henkel's remedy is a full refund. In the notice's words, those who have purchased the applicable Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Grip 6.76 fl. oz/200 ml are encouraged to return them to their place of purchase for a full refund. The notice does not mention mailing cans to Henkel, a replacement product or a deadline, and it does not say what to do if the place of purchase has closed; for those situations, use the customer line.

Salons and stylists are covered by the same instruction. The notice does not set out a separate process for professionals or distributors.

1. Find the batch code on the back of the can and compare it with the 25 codes in the table above.
2. If the code matches, stop using the can.
3. Return the can to the place where you bought it for a full refund, as the notice instructs.
4. For questions, call Henkel's customer specialists at 1-800-234-4672, Monday through Thursday 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pacific Time.
5. Keep your receipt and a photo of the batch code until the refund is complete.

Who issued the recall and when

The recall was announced by Henkel Corp (Henkel Corporation), Rocky Hill, Connecticut, as a voluntary nationwide recall conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. FDA posted the company announcement on Aug. 11, 2026, the same date as Henkel's own press release, under the product type Cosmetics, brand name Schwarzkopf Professional, product description Extra Strong Mousse, and recall reason "Due to Packaging Defect."

FDA posts company announcements as a public service and does not endorse the product or the company. The page carries no FDA recall number and no classification. The notice does not state a status or end date, and the refund instruction has no expiration attached.

Why it is back in circulation: late-August beauty-recall coverage reused the notice's leak-under-pressure and explosion language, and the resulting headlines reached people who missed the Aug. 11 posting. The FDA listing still shows the Aug. 11, 2026 announcement date, and the underlying action is the same one announced then; nothing in the record suggests an expansion or a second recall.

How to monitor recalls and why to keep your receipts

Cosmetic, food and drug recalls are posted on FDA's Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts page, which offers email and RSS alerts. For other product types, check CPSC recalls, NHTSA's VIN lookup, USDA FSIS recalls and FoodSafety.gov, plus retailer notifications and the brand's own site.

Keep your receipt, the can or a photo of its batch code, and any salon invoice. That documentation may matter if a refund is questioned at the counter, if Henkel changes the remedy, or if a future claim program becomes available; none is described in this notice, and nothing here promises compensation. Owed tracks open class action settlements from companies you have bought from; see the current list.

Glossary

Batch code

The lot identifier printed on the back of the can (for example 291515B01O). Henkel's recall applies only to cans carrying one of the 25 listed codes.

Voluntary recall

A recall a company initiates itself. Henkel says this one is being conducted with the knowledge of FDA, which posted the company's announcement.

Packaging defect

The reason FDA lists for this recall: a potential packaging issue that could let product leak from the can under pressure, creating a risk of explosion, per the notice.

Company announcement

The text a company issues about a recall. FDA posts it as a public service on its recalls page without endorsing the product or the company.

Distributor

A wholesaler that moves product from the manufacturer to salons and stores. Henkel says 21 distributors in 12 states received the recalled lots.

Resurfaced recall

An older recall that gets fresh attention because of media or social coverage, without a new notice or expansion from the company or agency.

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