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[interview] U.S. FDA on MoCRA: New Authority, Fragrance Allergens, Animal Testing and More
In this interview, the FDA describes its new MoCRA-mandated authorities, 5 requirements for industry (and how it will enforce them), the mandate for listing fragrance allergens, why animal testing was omitted from MoCRA and more.
Aug 2nd, 2024
'MoCRA facilitates and encourages continuous improvement and innovation by providing clear and more dynamic regulatory guidelines that foster the development of new, safe and effective products.'
MoCRA Cosmetics Act: Why Now? 8 PCPC Insights on the Legislation's Inner Workings
The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) is now in motion and is the first major legislation for cosmetics in the U.S. since 1938. After 85+ years, why implement it now? What concerns is it built to address and how? Here, the PCPC responds.
Jul 16th, 2024
This article outlines some of the key actions and requirements of the EU Deforestation Regulation. Intentions from the UK related to forest risk commodities through Defra are discussed.
European Regulatory Update: EU, UK Defra Lock Down Deforestation Regulations
This article outlines some of the key actions and requirements of the EU Deforestation Regulation. Intentions from the UK related to forest risk commodities through Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) are also discussed.
Jun 28th, 2024
The company is currently facing a class action lawsuit over its Sound Body sunscreen that contains ingredients alleged to harm coral reefs — despite the products being advertised as “reef conscious.”
[interview] Big Lots Faces Lawsuit for 'Reef-conscious' Sunscreen Allegedly Harmful to Reefs
The company is currently facing a class action lawsuit over its Sound Body sunscreen that contains ingredients alleged to harm coral reefs — despite the products being advertised as “reef conscious.”
Jun 26th, 2024
A total ban across the entire class of PFAS would be disruptive without any basis in science. A more deliberate approach would better suit public policy.
Why a Ban on PFAS Across Cosmetics and Other Industries Right Now is Misguided [opinion]
The wide use of forever chemicals across cosmetics and other industries and their persistence have opened them to scrutiny. But banning the entire PFAS class would be disruptive without any basis in science or good public policy. Why? Read on to see.
Jun 19th, 2024
Per Google Trends, searches on 'talc-free makeup' are up 350% in the past seven days, which may be due to The Guardian's June 10, 2024, headline: 'Is there asbestos in your makeup? Why women with cancer are suing big beauty brands.'
7 Trends in Beauty — Talc-free Makeup/J&J Settles, Unsafe Products in Sri Lanka, Hair Bonding, Peptides and More
Each week, we dig into growing trends in web searches and hashtags related to cosmetics. Emerging this week are: talc-free makeup and J&J's settlement, unsafe products in Sri Lanka, hair bonding, Argireline hexapeptide products and more.
Jun 15th, 2024
While the MoCRA Act provided the FDA with a once-in-a-lifetime chance to set matters right and take federal responsibility for full industry regulation, the agency chose not to, and prolonged the chaotic mess our industry has dealt with for so long.
What MoCRA Got Wrong [opinion]
The cosmetics industry and consumers would be better served by uniform regulations, rather than the state-by-state patchwork that MoCRA left in place.
Jun 12th, 2024
'[Sunscreen] developers will be able to innovate more efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and safety for consumers.'
[updated] How ISO's Endorsement of Two Test Methods Will Enlighten Sunscreen Development
After 10 years, sunscreen developers are nearing the finish line for more ethical, cost efficient, reliable and faster testing thanks to ISO's endorsement of two standards. The final vote is in September 2024. Here, two experts explain what this means.
Jun 10th, 2024
Companies should review all product labels and update them to include Responsible Person contact information. They should also take stock of any noncompliant inventory and assess the practicability (and cost) of relabeling those products.
How Cosmetics Companies Can Avoid MoCRA Compliance Pitfalls and Litigation
Despite MoCRA’s efforts to clarify and standardize regulations, and even though its requirements have only been in effect for a handful of months, cosmetics companies have already started to encounter pitfalls.
Jun 7th, 2024
China’s National Medical Products Administration officially granted a one-year buffer period for registrants to submit the full version of the cosmetic safety assessment report.
Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: Safety Report Buffer, Tox Threshold, New Zealand’s Overhaul and More
From late January to March 2024, the cosmetic industry in the Asia-Pacific region has witnessed significant regulatory developments revolving around cosmetic safety assessment, testing methods, sampling standards and more. Following are updates.
May 30th, 2024
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Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: Toothpaste, TEA, Ingredient Amendments, Labeling, Vietnam’s Overhaul, PFAS and More
This article explores new cosmetic ingredient identifications and adjustments in the Asia-Pacific regions. China, Taiwan, South Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam and New Zealand regulatory changes throughout 2023 and into 2024 are discussed.
May 2nd, 2024
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Keeping Cosmetics in Check: How Scientific are Cosmetics?
This brief commentary explores the complexity of cosmetic formulas and proposes and approach to express scientific information about these formulas to non-scientific experts.
Apr 26th, 2024
Cyclic silicones and microplastics face bans under REACH but both contribute to the aesthetics and performance of color cosmetics.
How Cyclic Silicone and Microplastic Bans Impact Color Cosmetic Formulating
Cyclic silicones and microplastics face bans under REACH but both contribute to the aesthetics and performance of color cosmetics. This article describes these bans and what replacing them means for color cosmetic formulating.
Apr 1st, 2024
Notable changes in the Asia-Pacific region include adjustments to cosmetic ingredient technical standard and cosmetic pre-market management.
Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: Children’s Cosmetics, Toothpaste, Personalized Products, Ingredients, E-commerce and More
Notable changes in the Asia-Pacific region include adjustments to cosmetic ingredient technical standards and cosmetic pre-market management.
Feb 1st, 2024
The manufacturing facility for each of your products must be registered with the FDA, so check with your contract manufacturers to make sure they are fully compliant. A contract manufacturer that makes products for more than one brand owner only needs one registration with the FDA. That registration must include the details of all the products made for the U.S. market in that facility.
A Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) Compliance Checklist
Your proactive work to ensure compliance will help the industry move forward, increase consumer trust and loyalty and strengthen your own business.
Oct 18th, 2023
This article provides regulatory updates primarily in China and India, as well as Thailand and South Korea. Topics include formula submissions, new ingredients/safety, Korean standards, India cosmetics rules and more.
Formulas, New Ingredients/Safety, South Korean Standards, India Rules 2020 and More
This article provides regulatory updates primarily in China and India, as well as Thailand and South Korea. Topics include formula submissions, new ingredients/safety, Korean standards, India cosmetics rules and more.
Sep 29th, 2023
Currently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, with a few exceptions, has no requirements for cosmetics to be labeled with either a manufacturing date, “best by” use date or PAO. Manufacturers are held responsible for making sure their products are safe.
Lessons in Labeling from Gefilte Fish
This article discusses manufacturing and expiration date regulations that should be incorporated into the cosmetics industry. The ideas for these regulations are inspired by a jar of gefilte fish eaten by the author.
Sep 29th, 2023
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The Preservative Quagmire
In this commentary, consultant Steve Schnittger, Ph.D., previously the vice president of global microbiology and fermentation in R&D for the Estée Lauder Cos., shares his thoughts and suggestions about preservation — a major pain point for the industry.
Aug 29th, 2023
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