Small bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel are a common sight in hotels. Many guests use them without a second thought, even packing them into their suitcases before leaving.
However, behind these products lies a little-known reality: while most are safe, there have been reports of bacterial contamination, lack of required approvals, and hygiene issues with reusable dispensers.
This doesn’t mean that all hotel cosmetics are unsafe, but it’s worth checking them before using them.
A case that caused concern
One of the most serious incidents occurred in the
