Benzoyl peroxide in the treatment of acne: are there potential health concerns?
Benzoyl peroxide is a widely used and effective topical treatment for acne vulgaris, particularly in pediatric and adolescent populations. Despite its established safety profile, recent concerns emerged regarding its potential to decompose into benzene, a known carcinogen, under specific environment...
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| Main Authors: | Sonia Czyz, Kerry Yang, Fatemeh Jafarian |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2025-07-01
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| Series: | Frontiers in Pediatrics |
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| Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fped.2025.1599491/full |
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