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Valisure Finds Benzene in Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatments

Carcinogen found in several top-selling brands.

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By: TOM BRANNA

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Benzoyl peroxide (BPO) acne treatments tested by Valisure contain benzene, a known human carcinogen. The Personal Care Products Council refuted the findings and noted: “Over-the-counter (OTC) drug products such as anti-acne treatments are highly regulated by the Food & Drug Administration, which has reviewed and determined benzoyl peroxide is a safe and effective anti-acne ingredient. Personal care products companies do not add benzene to any OTC personal care product as some stori...

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