FDA tested 95 benzoyl peroxide acne products for benzene, finding six with elevated levels. Affected brands issued retail-level recalls with no consumer action needed.

The US Food and Drug Administration has recalled six skincare products from popular brands due to benzene contamination, which is linked to cancer risk. The FDA emphasised that the cancer risk to consumers is very low even with prolonged use.

The FDA announced the recall of more acne products due to contamination of benzene, a cancer-causing chemical.While the recalled products contained elevated levels of benzene, the FDA said the risk of developing cancer from using these products is very low.