Our take
Why It’s on Our Radar
We don't recommend the recalled lot. A premium derm brand FDA-recalled for benzene: a cautionary listing showing the issue crosses price tiers.
What's inside
Ingredients & Safety
Benzoyl peroxide, which can degrade into benzene: the reason a specific lot was recalled.
Worth a closer look 1 ingredient we flag
Caution Benzoyl Peroxide 5.5% (sometimes listed as BPO) An acne active that can chemically break down into benzene, a known carcinogen, especially when stored warm: the basis of the 2024–2025 FDA testing and recalls.
Ingredient list reviewed
- Benzoyl Peroxide 5.5%
- Water also listed as Aqua, Purified Water
- Glycerin also listed as Glycerine, Vegetable Glycerin
- Silica also listed as Silica, E551
- Dimethicone
- Niacinamide
Formula scope: the disclosed ingredient list captured for this review. Formulas can differ by product, scent, country, and date; compare the current package with this list before deciding.
Want a cleaner option? Three Ships in Skincare currently meets our top criteria. Review its formula scope and cited records before deciding.
Who owns it
Ownership & Independence
La Roche-Posay is owned by L'Oréal.
Ownership record Acquired
- Founded
- 1975
- Headquarters
- Clichy, France
- Control
- Owned by L'Oréal
Products covered
Key Products
We don't link to buy products we flag. Read why above, or see Three Ships, which meets our top criteria.
- Effaclar Duo Dual Action Acne Treatment