Johnson and Johnson recalls some Neutrogena and Aveeno sunscreens after it detects benzene in them

(CNN Business)Johnson & Johnson is issuing a voluntary recall for five Neutrogena and Aveeno sunscreen lines in the United States after it said it discovered low levels of benzene in the products. The company is warning customers against using aerosol sprays Neutrogena Beach Defense, Neutrogena Cool Dry Sport, Neutrogena Invisible Daily, Neutrogena Ultra Sheer and Aveeno Protect … Continue reading “Johnson and Johnson recalls some Neutrogena and Aveeno sunscreens after it detects benzene in them”

Cancer-causing chemical found in over 70 popular sunscreen products, reports say

HOUSTON – A recent report says dozens of popular sunscreens contain a chemical called benzene. Benzene is not a normal ingredient in sunscreen. The group that did the testing, Valisure, says it’s in 78 different products and it is linked to cancer. In 2019, a different study made headlines claiming sunscreen is absorbed into the … Continue reading “Cancer-causing chemical found in over 70 popular sunscreen products, reports say”

Benzene, a Known Carcinogen, Was Found in 78 Batches of These Popular Sunscreen and After-Sun Products

Heads up before you prep your skin for the beach this holiday weekend. An independent laboratory is calling on the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to issue a recall after detecting benzene, a known human carcinogen, in 78 batches of sunscreen and after-sun products. In a “citizen petition” filed May 24, Valisure LLC said … Continue reading “Benzene, a Known Carcinogen, Was Found in 78 Batches of These Popular Sunscreen and After-Sun Products”