Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 70, Lightweight, Non-Greasy & Water Resistant, Oil-Free & Non-Comedogenic UVA/UVB Sunscreen Mist, 5 oz (Pack of 3)

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We initiated this voluntary recall out of an abundance of caution. Our medical safety team worked with external experts to Daily exposure to benzene in these sunscreen products at the levels detected in internal testing would not be expected to

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Benzene is a volatile chemical compound that can impact immediate health and influence cancer risk; health experts worry that benzene-contaminated sunscreens pose a risk for unintentional absorption over time. A Neutrogena sunscreen spray is being recalled in Australia after the discovery of the chemical benzene in some batches. Out of an abundance of caution, we are recalling all lots of these specific sunscreen aerosol products. products at the levels detected in our testing would not be expected to cause adverse health consequences.

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For those not keen on rubbing in creamy, white sunscreen all over your body a generous spritz of sunscreen can provide a white-cast-free and broad-spectrum protection from harsh UVB rays. Sunscreens mists can harbor a bad reputation because their application method makes it difficult to gauge how much you've applied. However, Connecticut-based board-certified dermatologist Mona Gohara, MD, suggests utilizing your hands to blend out the SPF-spiked body mists. "To make sure you're not missing any spots, rub it to the applied area after misting to ensure an even application," she says. The Helioplex sunscreen provides superior broad spectrum protection from skin-aging UVA and skin-burning UVB rays. This sunscreen spray helps prevent sunburn and when used as directed, may help decrease the risk of skin cancer caused by the sun lines as internal testing identified low levels of benzene in some samples of these aerosol sunscreen products. Which Neutrogena Products Were Voluntarily Recalled?

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist Sunscreen Spray Broad

The continued importance of sunscreen shouldn't be understated, and Valisure's suggestion that some sun care products have been contaminated doesn't undermine sunscreen's role in protecting you against sunburn, skin cancer and early skin aging. The FDA states it regulates sunscreenas a drug because the active ingredients in it make a drug claim -- "to help prevent sunburn or to decrease the risks of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun."An active sunscreen ingredient known as oxybenzone has become increasingly condemned by health providers and ecologists alike, says Dr. Mark, as it's been "noted to ruin coral reefs and have negative effects on our endocrine system," he summarizes. " There are concerns that oxybenzone, when absorbed in humans, may have possible effects on the endocrine system ," says Dr. Cohen. But it's important to note that benzene and oxybenzone are not the same. Unlike benzene, oxybenzone is an FDA-approved sunscreen active chemical ingredient and shouldn't be confused with any other chemical agent. This lightweight and sheer sunscreen is fast-absorbing with Dry-Touch technology for a non-greasy, matte finish that leaves skin feeling clean. The body sunscreen is formulated with Helioplex for superior sunburn protection for your skin An updated statement in July suggested that the Johnson & Johnson sunscreens were being pulled from shelves entirely for the moment: "While the use of these products would not be expected to cause adverse health consequences, we are asking consumers to stop using them," the company told us.