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P&G recalls dry shampoos and other hair products because of benzene, chemical linked to cancer

The recall covers 32 products from popular brands such as Pantene, Herbal Essence, Aussie and Old Spice.

Procter & Gamble has issued a voluntary recall of nearly three dozen aerosol hair products after benzene was found in them.

The company said in a release Friday on the website of the Food and Drug Administration that it began a full review of its aerosol products after "recent reports that indicated traces of benzene."

"The vast majority of our products are not part of this recall, including mousses, hairsprays, liquid shampoos, liquid conditioners, styling products, treatments, and unaffected aerosol dry shampoo sprays," P&G said.

Some of the recalled Procter & Gamble products.
Some of the recalled Procter & Gamble products.Food and Drug Administration

The recall covers 32 dry shampoo and dry conditioner products from popular brands such as Pantene, Herbal Essence, Aussie and Old Spice. A full list can be found on the FDA's website.

P&G is offering to reimburse customers who fill out claim forms and provide proof of purchase for the products on its list.

Johnson & Johnson recalled five of its sunscreens in July after it found benzene in the aerosol versions of its popular Neutrogena and Aveeno products.

Benzene, a colorless chemical that evaporates when it is exposed to air, can cause cancer following repeated exposure, according to the American Cancer Society. It is one of the 20 most-used chemicals in the country.