The agency announced that after concerns were raised about levels of benzene in products containing benzoyl peroxide, they tested 95 acne products with the ingredient. While most had “undetectable or ...

The recall, which is still ongoing, affects more than 41,000 bottles across two Proactiv-branded acne treatment products.

The FDA has recalled several acne treatments from brands including La Roche-Posay and Walgreens due to benzene contamination.

Topical retinoids, azelaic acid, salicylic acid, and benzoyl peroxide are commonly used. The combination of a retinoid and azelaic acid, salicylic acid, and benzoyl peroxide can also be used ...

"It is used as a solvent and can be found in gasoline and is a natural component of crude oil." Valisure discovered elevated levels of benzene in benzoyl peroxide products from brands like CeraVe ...

More details: The FDA tested 95 products containing benzoyl peroxide, an ingredient widely used to treat acne that can form benzene as a byproduct. The agency found that six products could have ...