Alchemee recalls Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief (5% Benzoyl Peroxide) due to benzene contamination. Products with UPCs 7 35786 01921 1 or 8 42944 10223 1 may be affected. Stop using immediately to avoid potential health risks.
Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene
Alchemee is recalling Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief (5% Benzoyl Peroxide) because it contains benzene, a chemical known to cause health risks. This product was distributed with specific UPC codes and lot numbers. Consumers should stop using it immediately to avoid potential health hazards.
Benzene is a known chemical that can cause health issues, including cancer and other serious health problems when inhaled or absorbed through the skin. The presence of benzene in this product poses a risk to users, especially those who apply it frequently or in large amounts.
People who own or use the Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief (5% Benzoyl Peroxide) with the specified UPC codes and lot numbers are affected. Those using the product for acne treatment are most at risk due to the chemical contamination.
Check the product label for the UPC codes 7 35786 01921 1 or 8 42944 10223 1. Also look for lot numbers V3304A or V3305A with an expiration date of 10/31/2025.
Discontinue use of the recalled Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief product to avoid potential health risks from benzene contamination.
Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief (Benzoyl Peroxide 5%), 0.33 oz. (9.45 g) with UPCs 7 35786 01921 1 or 8 42944 10223 1 and lot numbers V3304A or V3305A.
Check the product label for the UPC codes 7 35786 01921 1 or 8 42944 10223 1 and lot numbers V3304A or V3305A with an expiration date of 10/31/2025.
Stop using the product immediately to avoid potential health risks from benzene contamination.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alchemee to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0359-2025 — Alchemee Alchemee Hello, I own a Alchemee that is covered by recall D-0359-2025 from Alchemee. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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