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6 Popular Acne Products Are Being Recalled Over Cancer-Causing Chemical
A popular over-the-counter (OTC) acne treatment sold at Walgreens and other U.S. retailers is being recalled because it was found to contain benzene, a known carcinogen.
Several kinds of acne products recalled over cancer risk, FDA says
Several acne products containing benzene have been recalled due to possible benzene contamination, the Food and Drug ...
FDA recalls acne products with a cancer-causing chemical. What is it?
After a new third-party agency tested 95 acne products containing benzoyl peroxide for possible benzene contamination, the ...
Potential Carcinogen Found in 6 Popular Acne Products, Prompting Recall: FDA
The agency announced that after concerns were raised about levels of benzene in products containing benzoyl peroxide, they ...
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FDA Confirms Low Benzene Levels in Most BPO Products Tested
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified a limited number of benzoyl peroxide (BPO) acne products for retail-level recall because of elevated benzene levels, but more than 90% of ...
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.
Cancer-causing benzene found in some acne products. Seven gels, lotions recalled
Elevated levels of benzene were detected in seven acne products distributed to national retailers. Here's what the recall means.
DC-area dermatologist says ‘do not panic’ if you used acne products contaminated with benzene
The FDA recently announced it is asking retailers to stop selling six acne medications, after a test showed increased levels of benzene.