On the heels of the report, Johnson & Johnson is recalling five of its sunscreens.
But this doesn’t mean you should stop wearing sunscreen altogether.
(More on that, below.)
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Madh Skin Solutionsand radiologist currently working in aesthetic dermatology.
Which sunscreens were found to contain benzene?
The contaminated sunscreens include both chemical and mineral formulas.
(You canfind the full list on page 12 of the report here.)
Valisure is now petitioning for the Food and Drug Administration to recall the products on its list.
As for the Johnson & Johnson recall?
In late September, Coppertone also announced a recall of five of its popular sunscreens after detecting benzene.
Those who have purchased the products can request a refund by filling out a form online.
Is sunscreen safe?
Although FDA testing is rigorous and standards are high, it’s not a foolproof system, she adds.
