Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating whether certain COSRX acne and exfoliating skincare products contained benzene, a known human carcinogen, at levels that consumers would not reasonably expect in products marketed for routine facial skincare.
Following FDA action involving benzene contamination in certain acne treatments, consumers and independent laboratories have raised concerns about whether benzene may also be present in additional skincare products containing similar ingredients or manufacturing processes. COSRX’s BHA Blackhead Power Liquid and related exfoliating products have become the subject of increased consumer attention because they are marketed for frequent, long-term facial use.
Consumers purchasing these products reasonably expect them to be free from harmful contaminants and manufactured according to appropriate quality-control standards.
What Consumers Report
Consumers report:
- Purchasing COSRX BHA products for regular facial skincare.
- Applying the products daily or several times each week.
- Learning about concerns regarding benzene contamination in acne products.
- Becoming concerned about potential contamination in similar skincare products.
- Feeling they would have chosen different products had contamination risks been disclosed.
- Paying premium prices for products marketed as gentle and effective.
Why Consumers Should Be Concerned
Consumers expect skincare products to be manufactured free from potentially harmful contaminants. If cosmetic or acne-treatment products allegedly contain benzene or other unexpected contaminants, consumers may have paid for products that did not meet reasonable safety expectations.
This investigation seeks to determine whether COSRX products were manufactured, tested, and marketed in a manner consistent with consumer expectations and applicable safety standards.
Potential Claims May Include
- Consumer Protection
- False Advertising
- Breach of Express Warranty
- Breach of Implied Warranty
- Unjust Enrichment
Signs You May Be Affected
You may be affected if:
- You purchased COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid or related exfoliating products.
- You used the products regularly.
- You purchased them within the past several years.
- You paid a premium because of the products’ safety or quality representations.
- You still possess receipts or product packaging.
- You would not have purchased—or would have paid as much for—the products had you known of the alleged contamination concerns.
If you have encountered these issues, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520.