FDA Recalls Some Acne Treatments Due to Benzene Levels
The Food and Drug Administration said several lots of six products containing benzoyl peroxide are being recalled.
FDA Announces Recall on Skincare Products From These Brands
L’Oreal made headlines earlier this week when it announced it is voluntarily recalling one of its products over worries that a common ingredient can break down into a cancer-causing chemical. The product,
FDA Update as Beauty Products Recalled for Benzene: See Full List
The FDA has recalled several acne treatments from brands including La Roche-Posay and Walgreens due to benzene contamination.
Some Acne Treatments Are Being Recalled Because of Carcinogens
Benzoyl peroxide, a topical treatment that treats acne by killing bacteria, is a popular ingredient in acne treatments thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. It reduces hyp
A Carcinogen Was Found In Popular Acne Products—Here’s What It Means for You
Even with daily use of these products for decades, the risk of a person developing cancer because of exposure to benzene found in these products is very low.”
Why La Roche-Posay is pulling this acne treatment, and why you shouldn't use it
Parent company La Roche-Posay has pulled the Effaclar Duo Acne Spot Treatment from L'Oreal's lineup, due to a cancer-causing carcinogen contamination.
Multiple acne treatments recalled for cancer-causing ingredient. What brands, products
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a retail recall for multiple acne-treating cosmetic products made by various brands, including popular skincare brands La Roche-Posay and Proactiv.
Some La Roche-Posay, Proactiv and Walgreens acne treatments recalled due to benzene levels
The Food and Drug Administration said several lots of six products containing benzoyl peroxide are being recalled, including ...
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FDA issues limited acne product recalls, AAD releases statement on benzoyl peroxide
The FDA released results from its investigation of benzene in acne products containing benzoyl peroxide. In light of these ...
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American Academy of Dermatology statement on Benzoyl Peroxide in OTC Personal Care Products
American Academy of Dermatology President Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD ...
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Formulation matters when it comes to cornerstone treatment for acne
Benzoyl peroxide is a cornerstone treatment for acne, without a clear alternative. However, concerns have been raised about the potential formation of benzene, a known carcinogen, in some ...
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Benzene in Benzoyl Peroxide Products: New Findings
The formulation of benzoyl peroxide (BP) products plays a role in the levels of benzene found, according to new research, with leave-on products found to have significantly lower concentrations of ...
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Benzoyl Peroxide Formulation Characteristics Explain Variation in Benzene Levels
Formulation characteristics can explain much of the observed variation in benzene levels of over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide-containing products. HealthDay News — Formulation characteristics ...