Quick Answer
Henkel Corporation is voluntarily recalling 25 specific lots of Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS Grip Extra Strong Mousse in the 6.76 fluid ounce, 200 millilitre aluminium can, announced through the FDA on August 11, 2026.
The problem is a packaging defect that can let product leak from the can while it is still pressurised, which creates a risk of the can failing suddenly.
Check the batch code printed on the can. If it matches the recalled lots, stop using it and take it back to where you bought it for a full refund. Cans with batch codes outside the list are not affected.
What Went Wrong With the Cans
Aerosol styling products hold a liquid formula plus a liquefied propellant inside a sealed metal can. The propellant keeps the contents under constant pressure so the product sprays when you press the valve.
That design only works while the can is completely sealed. Henkel described a potential packaging imperfection that allows product to escape from the aluminium can under pressure, which is exactly the condition the container is not supposed to be in.
A can that is leaking but still pressurised can fail without warning. That is why the recall language talks about an explosion risk rather than simply a messy product.
Which Product and Which Lots
- Product: Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS Grip Extra Strong Mousse.
- Size: 6.76 fluid ounces, 200 millilitres, aluminium aerosol can.
- Scope: 25 lots identified by batch code. Other batch codes and other Henkel products are not affected.
- Distribution: 21 distributors across 12 states, including Alaska, Arizona, California, Florida, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas and Washington, plus sales to salons and consumers through retail channels.
The batch code is printed on the can rather than on any outer packaging, so check the can itself. Look at the base and the lower back of the label for a short date coded string.
If the print has rubbed off or you cannot read it, treat the can as suspect and contact the retailer or Henkel rather than guessing.
Reported Incidents So Far
Henkel said it became aware of the issue through one customer complaint and two reports from salons. One customer reported bruising to a hand. No other injuries were identified when the recall was announced.
That is a small number of reports, but aerosol failures are unpredictable and salons keep these cans in warm rooms next to heated styling tools all day, which is the scenario the recall is trying to get ahead of.
The recall is voluntary and conducted with the knowledge of the FDA. It is a packaging defect rather than a formula or contamination problem, so there is no ingredient safety issue with the mousse itself.
What to Do If You Have One
| Step | What to do | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Stop using it | Do not spray, shake or test the valve | Operating the valve manipulates a can that may already be compromised |
| 2. Isolate it | Stand it upright in a rigid container in a cool, dry place | Contains any failure and keeps it away from people |
| 3. Keep it away from heat | No hot tools, direct sun, cars or radiators | Heat raises internal pressure quickly |
| 4. Do not puncture or bin it loose | Never crush, pierce or incinerate | Household waste compaction can set off a pressurised can |
| 5. Return for a refund | Take it back to the point of purchase | Henkel is offering a full refund on affected cans |
Henkel directed questions to its customer service line, 1-800-234-4672, for consumers and salon professionals who need help identifying a batch code or arranging a refund.
Salons should also check back bar stock and any cans held in staff kits, not just retail shelves. Professional products often sit in several places in one building.
General Aerosol Safety Worth Keeping
Recall or not, aerosol cans have a few rules that are easy to follow and easy to forget in a busy bathroom or salon.
- Store below about 120 degrees Fahrenheit and out of direct sunlight.
- Never leave cans in a parked car in summer, where interior temperatures climb fast.
- Keep them away from curling irons, straighteners and open flames, since hair propellants are flammable.
- Do not store cans on their side against a heat source, and do not stack heavy items on them.
- Dispose of unwanted cans through household hazardous waste collection rather than the regular bin.
A can that hisses, feels sticky around the valve, or has product weeping down the side is telling you something. Isolate it rather than trying to use up the last of it.
How Recalls Like This Are Usually Handled
Cosmetic recalls in the United States are almost always voluntary. The FDA can request one and publishes the announcement, but the company itself initiates the action and sets the scope.
That is why the wording matters. Henkel defined the scope by batch code rather than by product line, which means the company traced the defect back to specific production runs rather than to the formula or the design of the can.
It also explains the speed. Three reports, one of them involving an injury, was enough to trigger a recall covering 25 lots, which is the pattern you want to see from a manufacturer rather than a slow drip of investigation.
What Salons Should Do With Back Bar Stock
Professional products move differently from retail ones. A salon might have cans at each station, spares in a stock cupboard, a few in a trolley and more in a stylist's personal kit.
- Pull every can of the product from stations, trolleys, retail shelves and staff kits before checking codes.
- Check each can individually. Lots from the same delivery are not guaranteed to share a batch code.
- Quarantine affected cans upright in a box away from dryers, irons and windows until they can be returned.
- Tell the team what happened, so nobody quietly retrieves a can from the quarantine box mid appointment.
- Keep the receipt or distributor invoice, which speeds up the refund through the supplier rather than the shop floor.
If a can has already leaked over a station, wipe the area down and check that the residue has not run into a socket or under a heated appliance base.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the mousse formula dangerous?
No. The recall is about the can leaking under pressure, not about the ingredients in the product.
How do I find the batch code?
It is date coded ink printed on the can, usually on the bottom rim or the lower part of the back label. Compare it to the recalled lot list before using the product.
Are other Schwarzkopf products recalled?
Henkel said no other products are affected, and cans of OSiS Grip with batch codes outside the recall list are safe to use.
Where was it sold?
Through 21 distributors across 12 states, plus salons and retail channels reaching both professionals and consumers.
How do I get a refund?
Return the affected can to the place you bought it, or contact Henkel customer service on 1-800-234-4672.
Bottom Line
This is a small, specific recall: one product, one size, 25 batch codes. The fix is to read the code on the can rather than assume any OSiS Grip mousse is affected.
If yours matches, stop using it, keep it upright and cool away from heat, and take it back for a refund instead of trying to empty or bin it.
