A recent study by Valisure found benzene, a carcinogen, in popular acne treatments.
66 out of 99 products with benzoyl peroxide tested contained dangerous levels of benzene.
Valisure's research revealed benzene levels in acne products far exceed FDA limits when stored at high temperatures.
Products includes well-known brands like Proactive, Clinique, and Clearasil.
FDA allows 2 ppm benzene in drugs; some acne products showed 800 times this limit.
Benzene exposure from these products can lead to serious health risks, including various forms of leukemia.
Valisure moves a petition to the FDA for recall of affected acne products.
The discovery of benzene in acne products serves as a wakeup call to prioritize health and safety regulations.