Study Finds Potential Cancer Risk in Acne Products Exposed to Heat

• Acne products with benzoyl peroxide can produce high levels of benzene, a known carcinogen, when exposed to heat • Benzene found in levels over 1,000 times EPA cancer risk threshold in product stored in hot car • Link between benzene in acne products and cancer requires more study, but concerning • Experts recommend discontinuing use of benzoyl peroxide products stored in hot places • Safer alternatives available; if using benzoyl peroxide products, store in cold environment like refrigerator