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Claims/Labeling
Sephora Wiped Clean of Alleged Misleading 'Clean Beauty' Claims
According to Bloomberg Law, Sephora has defeated the proposed class action alleging products labeled “Clean at Sephora” were deceptively marketed. Mark this a "win" for the cosmetics industry.
Safety
Valisure Finds High Levels of Benzene in Acne Products; PCPC Remains Skeptical
Cruelty-free/Halal
Washington State Considers Animal Testing Ban
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Magazine
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.
Safety
Europe's Wastewater Measure to Apply 'Polluter Pays' Fee for Microplastics, PFAS
The directive will require the removal of more nutrients and micropollutants from urban wastewater, particularly those from "toxic pharmaceuticals and cosmetics."
Sponsored
PrimalHyal™ 50 Life, the virtuous revolution for Hyaluronic Acid
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Safety
J&J Reaches Tentative $700 M Settlement for 40+ State Talc Investigations
The $700 million arrangement would settle by 42 states plus Washington, D.C., per the Wall Street Journal, Reuters reported; although it would not resolve thousands of consumer lawsuits.
Companies
Beauty Industry Brands Collaborate to Create the Traceability Alliance for Sustainable Cosmetics
'Occitane en Provence, Shiseido, L'Oréal and Estée Lauder Companies are among the businesses that helped to create TRASCE with Clarins, Merck, Neyret, Nuxe, Sensient, Groupe Clarins, Groupe Pochet and Sisley included also in the list.
Safety
Correction: Hair Products Recalled, Grande Cosmetics Settles and Sephora/Target 'Clean' Beauty Suits Continue
This roundup of products in "hot water" includes recalls on a hair dye and shampoo, Grande Cosmetics' settlement and a look at the latest "clean" beauty suits against Sephora and Target.
Safety
FDA Debuts Digital SPL Xforms, Paper Forms for Cosmetics Facility, Product Submissions
The FDA has rolled out Structured Product Labeling (SPL) Xforms, a digital tool, and downloadable PDF forms to register cosmetic product facilities and list products, as mandated by MoCRA.
Regional
The Personal Care Products Council Names VP Legal and Regulatory Affairs and General Counsel
Manoso previously worked as PCPC’s associate general counsel and staff counsel and has served as a trail attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice.
Safety
FDA Opens Cosmetics Direct Registration Portal for MoCRA
Cosmetics Direct is an FDA Structured Product Labeling authoring tool that, according to the FDA, features user-friendly data entry forms.
Regional
FDA Releases Update to Ongoing Activities Related to Serious Adverse Event Reporting for MoCRA
A responsible person is required to report serious adverse events associated with the use of cosmetic products in the U.S. to FDA within 15 business days.
Eco/Sustainable
Unilever Eco Claims Under Scrutiny in Greenwashing Investigation
In January of 2023, the CMA expanded its work on environmental claims to include fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). These are essential items that include food and drink, cleaning products, toiletries and personal care items.