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CTPA on Brexit: 'Refrain from Hasty Actions'

Aug 17, 2016 | Emma Meredith, Ph.D.

While the BBC recently explained "all that citizens need to know" about the U.K. departure from the EU, the cosmetics industry should know the implications, too. Emma Meredith, Ph.D., of the UK-based CTPA, explains what is and isn't known.

Safe Cosmetics Modernization Act

ICMAD Re-ups on Safe Cosmetics Modernization Act

Aug 15, 2016

ICMAD recently renewed its support of the “Safe Cosmetics Modernization Act,” Bill, which proposes to modernize and significantly enhance the FDA's oversight of cosmetics and cosmetic safety.

The European Regulation for Cosmetics: Who is the Responsible Person?

Aug 12, 2016

The Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/20091 is the main regulatory framework for finished products when placed on the EU market and introduces the notion of the responsible person.

FTC Warns: Don't Make Zika Protection Claims Without Scientific Data

Aug 10, 2016

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sent 10 warning letters to online marketers selling products that claim they provide protection from the Zika virus without the scientific data to back it up.

FDA Claims Warnings Strike Again: Using Terms 'Botox-like' and More

Aug 10, 2016

Once again, U.S. regulators are cracking down on beauty companies that have crossed over into unapproved drug claim territory based on how they are promoting their products online.

European Directive On Cosmetics Marks 40th Yr; Will Standards Change?

Aug 5, 2016

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the first harmonized European Directive on cosmetic products. In the meantime, a cosmetics advocacy group is on a mission to have any future regulation standardize the definition of natural and organic.

FDA Warns About Mercury in Beauty Products

Aug 2, 2016

Even though these products are often promoted as cosmetics, they also may be unapproved new drugs under the law, says Linda Katz, director of FDA’s Office of Cosmetics and Colors.

Who's Still Using Microbeads?

Jul 27, 2016

With all of the legislative buzz around banning microbeads, Greenpeace East Asia is publishing a list of who's still using the microparticles and who is not.

How Cosmetics are Regulated in Europe

Jul 27, 2016

European Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 is the main regulatory framework for finished products when placed on the EU market. Safety for human health is paramount. The Cosmetics Regulation comprises key elements to consider and comply with when marketing cosmetic products in Europe.

Never Free from Free-from Claims

Why We Will Never Be Free From “Free-From” Claims

Jul 8, 2016

The appearance of “free-from” ingredient claims shocked the industry when they began appearing years ago. Now, as the public feeds into the growing amounts of adverse information about particular ingredients, the “free-from” claim carries more power than ever.

Canada Lists Microbeads as Toxic; Paves Way to Ban

Jun 30, 2016

Canada has officially named microbeads a toxic substance under the Environmental Protection Act as a final order, which will allow the government to ban the plastic micro-particles used in personal care and beauty products.

Update: TSCA Reform Bill Signed into Law: What You Need to Know

Jun 22, 2016

The Environmental Protection Agency is taking steps to implement a law that is an amendment to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Update includes comments from IFRANA's president and CEO.

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