84. Misbranding: of Ambrosia Tightener.   IT. S. v. 218 Dozen Bottles of Ambrosia
Tightener.    Default decree of condemnation and destruction.    (F. D. C. No.
4089.    Sample No. 21977-E.)
The label of this product contained false and misleading representations re- 
garding its efficacy for the purposes for which it was recommended.
On March 81, 1941, the United States attorney for the Northern District of 
California filed a libel against 218 dozen bottles of Ambrosia Tightener at San 
Francisco, Calif., alleging that the article had been shipped in interstate com- 
merce from New York, N. Y., on or about December 6, 1940, and January 3, 1941, 
by Hinze Ambrosia, Inc.; and charging that it was misbranded.
Analysis showed that the article was an astringent lotion consisting essentially 
of alcohol, water, zinc phenosulfonate, and perfume material.
The article was alleged to be misbranded in that the following statements, 
appearing in the labeling were false and misleading, since it was not efficacious 
for the purposes recommended: (Label) "Tightener for large pores, wrinkles, 
oiliness"; and (circular) "Ambrosia, The Pore-Deep Cleanser * * * Not 
only cleanses pore deep but contributes to the well being of your skin Ambrosia 
Tightener * * * Tends To Prevent The Enlargement Of Pores. It Is 
Especially Useful To Lessen Oiliness And Aids In Clearing Up Pimples And 
Muddy Complexions Resulting From External Causes * * * Stimulates The 
Skin. Ambrosia Cream Contains Ingredients That Resemble The Natural Se- 
baceous Oils And Fats Of The Human Skin. * * * It Helps To Make Dry 
Skin Smooth And Thus Aids In Removing The Annoying Tiny Lines Caused By 
Skin Dryness."
On May 20, 1941, no claimant having appeared, judgment of condemnation 
was entered and the product was ordered destroyed.