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SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0360-2025·Announced 2025-04-16

Proactiv Skin Smoothing Exfoliator recalled for benzene contamination

Alchemee, LLC is recalling Proactiv Skin Smoothing Exfoliator (Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%) due to the presence of benzene, a known chemical contaminant.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall. Benzene is a chemical contaminant known to pose serious health risks, and the product is a topical exfoliator applied directly to skin, making it a high-risk exposure pathway.

Plain-English summary

Alchemee, LLC is recalling Proactiv Skin Smoothing Exfoliator (Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%) because the product contains benzene, a chemical contaminant.

The recalled product was distributed nationwide in the USA. Two package sizes are affected: 6 fl. oz. bottles (UPC 7 35786 01528 2) and 0.33 oz. packages (UPC 8 42944 10223 1), both from Lot V4204A with an expiration date of 07/31/2025.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately. If you have any of the affected product, do not use it and consult with a healthcare provider if you have concerns about your health.

The recalled product

Product
Proactiv Skin Smoothing Exfoliator (Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%), Packaged as a) 6 fl. oz. (177.4 mL), UPC 7 35786 01528 2; b) 0.33 OZ (9.45g), UPC 8 42944 10223 1; Distributed by Alchemee, LLC, Santa Monica, CA 90401,
Manufacturer
Alchemee, LLC
Category
Drug — Topical / Skin Care
Hazard
  • benzene
  • chemical-contamination

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • Lot
  • V4204A
  • Exp 07/31/2025

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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