SLMD Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Lotion recalled for benzene contamination
SLMD Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Lotion 2.5% in 0.7 fl. oz and 1.5 fl. oz bottles has been found to contain benzene, a chemical that should not be present in this product. This affects approximately 2,500 bottles distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.
From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗
What to do
- Check your acne lotion bottle for lot number 2691700 (exp. 10/31/2027) or 2691800 (exp. 11/4/2027)
- Stop using the product if you have one of these lots
- Contact your healthcare provider or poison control if you have concerns about exposure
- Dispose of the product safely or return it to where you purchased it
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Product
- SLMD Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Lotion, Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%, a) 0.7 fl. oz - 21 mL and b) 1.5 fl. oz. - 44mL bottles, SANDRA LEE MD., Distributed by Skin PS Brands, Culver City, CA 90232.
- Sold in
- Nationwide
- Made for
- Adults (0 months and older)
This recall covers 4 products — see all of them.
Details
- Units affected
- 2,500 bottles
- Illnesses reported
- None reported
- Manufactured in
- 7053 Revenue Dr, N/A, Baton Rouge, LA, United States
- Classification
- Class II
- Recall number
- D-0455-2026
In the FDA's words
- Description
- SLMD Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Lotion, Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%, a) 0.7 fl. oz - 21 mL and b) 1.5 fl. oz. - 44mL bottles, SANDRA LEE MD., Distributed by Skin PS Brands, Culver City, CA 90232. Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene Lot# 2691700, Exp.10/31/2027 Lot# 2691800, Exp. 11/4/2027 Distribution: U.S. Nationwide Affected quantity: 2,500 bottles
- Hazard
- Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene
4 products in this recall
FarmHouse Fresh, HydroPeptide and SLMD acne treatments recalled for benzene
Owen Biosciences is recalling four benzoyl peroxide acne products over possible benzene contamination, a chemical linked to cancer with long-term exposure. The products are FHF Farmhouse Fresh Midnight Clearing Night Lotion, HydroPeptide Clear Alliance Serum, and two SLMD (Sandra Lee MD) acne products, distributed by Skin PS Brands. No injuries have been reported.
The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.
- FHF Farmhouse Fresh, Midnight Clearing, NIGHT LOTION, 2.5% BENZOYL PEROXIDE ACNE TREATMENT, OTC a) 0.5 fl. oz./15ml; and b)1 fl. oz./30ml tubes; Made in the…D-0452-2026 · 7,975 tubes
- HydroPeptide CLEAR ALLIANCE SERUM, 2.5% BENZOYL PEROXIDE, a)1 FL OZ/30ml; b) 2 FL OZ/60ml spray bottle; DIST BY HYDROPEPTIDE LLC, ISSAQUAH, WA 98027D-0453-2026 · 9,850 bottles
- SLMD BP Acne Spot Treatment, 10% Benzoyl Peroxide, 0.5 fl. oz - 15 mL bottles, Sandra Lee MD, Distributed by Skin PS Brands, Culver City, CA90232.D-0454-2026 · 2269 bottles
- SLMD Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Lotion, Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%, a) 0.7 fl. oz - 21 mL and b) 1.5 fl. oz. - 44mL bottles, SANDRA LEE MD., Distributed by Skin PS Bra… (this page)D-0455-2026 · 2,500 bottles