FDA Recalls Two Suave Antiperspirants

(WPXI) – The Food and Drug Administration has announced the recall of two types of Suave antiperspirants because of high levels of a potential cancer-causing chemical. Unilever has voluntarily recalled Suave 24-hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant powder and fresh scents – because of unexpected levels of benzene in the propellant that sprays the antiperspirant out of the can. Benzene is considered a human carcinogen and exposure can happen by inhalation, orally or through the skin. It can cause cancers such as leukemia and blood cancer of the bone marrow. It can also cause other blood disorders, the FDA reported. Benzene is also found in the environment and people are exposed to it daily. The amount found in the recalled products is not expected to cause adverse health issues.