Southern Telecom Expands Waxing Kit Recall After Additional Overheating Incidents

Southern Telecom is expanding its recall of Lomi Roll-On Waxing Kits due to persistent fire and burn hazards, as announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The expansion follows a previous recall on June 13, 2024, and includes an additional model and reports of concerning incidents. Approximately 14,700 of these waxing kits are affected by the expanded recall.

The recalled Lomi Roll-On Waxing Kits, identified by model numbers LOMB2003PK and LOMB2004PK, pose a significant risk because the power cord on the roll-on warmers can overheat and short circuit. This malfunction creates a serious danger of fire, burns, and electrical shock, with the potential for severe injury or even death. Consumers who have purchased these waxing kits are urged to stop using them immediately to prevent any potential harm.

The kits, which include a handheld wax warmer, a wax cartridge, wax strips, a power cord, and a user manual, were sold nationwide at Ross, DD’s, Variety Wholesalers, and Burlington stores. They were available to consumers between February 2025 and December 2025 for approximately $13. The Lomi logo is visible on the front of the white and pink warmer and on the product’s packaging, while the model number is printed on a label located on the bottom of the wax warmer itself. Southern Telecom Inc., based in New York, is the importer of these products, which are manufactured in China.

Consumers who own the affected Lomi Roll-On Waxing Kits should contact Southern Telecom to receive a full refund. To complete the recall process, customers must first ensure the product is rendered unusable. This involves unplugging the warmer, cutting its electrical cord in half, and then submitting a photograph of the destroyed cord via a provided online portal. Once this verification is complete, consumers can dispose of the damaged product. Southern Telecom has reported two additional instances of the warmer’s power cord overheating, though no injuries have been reported in connection with these incidents.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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