Benzene Contamination Forces FDA to Recall 6 Acne Treatments from La Roche-Posay, Proactiv, and More

In a significant consumer safety move, the FDA has announced recalls of several popular acne treatments containing benzoyl peroxide due to benzene contamination concerns. This recall affects products from major brands, including La Roche-Posay, Proactiv, Walgreens, and SLMD Skincare. What’s Being Recalled? The FDA tested 95 acne products containing benzoyl peroxide after receiving concerning third-party test results. While over 90% of tested products had undetectable or extremely low benzene levels, six products showed elevated levels: Product Lot Number(s) Expiration Date La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo Dual Action Acne Treatment MYX46W April 2025 Walgreens Acne Control Cleanser 23 09328 September 2025 Proactiv … Continue reading Benzene Contamination Forces FDA to Recall 6 Acne Treatments from La Roche-Posay, Proactiv, and More