Lab Finds Cancer-Causing Benzene in Popular Acne Treatments
• Independent lab Valisure found high levels of cancer-linked benzene in popular acne treatments like Proactiv, Clinique, and Target's Up & Up.
• Benzene levels jumped when products were exposed to high heat over time, suggesting risk of exposure for consumers.
• Acne impacts over 50 million Americans yearly; benzoyl peroxide is a top recommended ingredient.
• Valisure has previously found benzene in hand sanitizers, sunscreens, and ranitidine drugs, prompting recalls.
• Lab also found concerning benzene levels released into air from unopened Proactiv product kept at hot shower temperature over time.