Skincare Specimen file

SLMD Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Lotion

Dr. Pimple Popper's benzoyl-peroxide lotion: recalled for benzene in 2025.

Recalls, lawsuits & findings 1 on file
Recall · 2025 · resolved FDA benzoyl-peroxide benzene recall SLMD's BPO lotion (lot 2430600) was among six products voluntarily recalled at retail in March 2025 after FDA testing found elevated benzene. Resolved. Source →

Our take

Why We Flagged It

A founder-run derm brand, but this product was FDA-recalled for benzene, so we flag it for the recall regardless of who owns it.

What's inside

Ingredients & Safety

Benzoyl peroxide, which can degrade into benzene; a specific lot was recalled for elevated levels.

Worth a closer look 1 ingredient we flag
Caution Benzoyl Peroxide 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%
  • Water also listed as Aqua, Purified Water
  • Glycerin also listed as Glycerine, Vegetable Glycerin
  • Dimethicone

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Who owns it

Ownership & Independence

SLMD Skincare is founder-owned by Dr. Sandra Lee.

Ownership record Independent
Founded
2017
Headquarters
California
Control
Founder-owned by dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee (SLMD Skincare)

Where to buy

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