FDA Says to Throw Out These Procter & Gamble Hair Care Products With Cancer-Causing Chemicals
Just weeks after recalling a number of its aerosol antiperspirants , Procter & Gamble (P&G) announced a voluntary recall of some of its aerosol dry shampoos and spray conditioners, according to a posting by P&G posted on the Food and Drug website. Administration website (FDA) . Recalled products contain benzene , a chemical that, if found in large quantities, can cause cancer . Here’s what you need to know about a recall.
What is included in the review
Although P&G says benzene is not included in any of their products, when reviewing the company’s aerosol products, inspectors found “unexpected levels of benzene [which] came from a propellant that sprayed the product from a can” in the container. a variety of their dry shampoos and conditions. To date, P&G has received no reports of illness or injury related to the recalled products and states that it is conducting the recall “out of great caution”.
The recalled products – from Pantene, Aussie, Herbal Essences and Waterless, in addition to the previously discontinued aerosol dry shampoos from Old Spice and Hair Food – were sold nationwide both in stores and online. They were all made in the USA.
A complete list of recalled products can be found on the FDA notice along with their UPC and manufacturing codes. P&G notes that these are the only products from hair care brands that have been recalled.
What to do if you recall your items
If you have purchased any of the recalled products, the FDA notice requires you to immediately stop use and discard. Consumers can visit Pantene , Aussie , Herbal Essences , Waterless , Old Spice, or Hair Food websites, or contact the P&G Consumer Care team at 1-888-674-3631, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm EST for for more information. about the recall, including how to get a refund.