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Facing a Recall? The FDA Offers Advice

Facing a Recall? The FDA Offers Advice

Apr 23, 2019

In order for a recall to be effective, timely (and as painless as possible), it’s crucial that companies be prepared to take all necessary steps once it is initiated. The FDA is drafting a guidance to help.

CIR Conclusion: Judging Natural vs. Synthetic Safety

CIR Conclusion: Judging Natural vs. Synthetic Safety

Apr 12, 2019 | Bart Heldreth, Ph.D., Cosmetic Ingredient Review, Washington, D.C.

Several naturally derived ingredients are on the Cosmetic Ingredient Review’s (CIR's) list for consideration in 2019. This column explores how public opinion is not always in line with science, as far as what natural means. In addition, it provides CIR conclusions from December 2018.

[updated] FDA Oversight Becomes Closer to Reality for US Cosmetics

[updated] FDA Oversight Becomes Closer to Reality for US Cosmetics

Apr 8, 2019

According to the bill's authors, it is supported by the leading cosmetic manufacturers and would give the FDA unprecedented authority. Editor's note: This report now includes CIR commentary.

FDA Talks Cannabis Next Steps, Announces Public Hearing

FDA Talks Cannabis Next Steps, Announces Public Hearing

Apr 3, 2019

The new steps will include the creation of an eternal agency that will explore potential pathways for the lawful marketing of products with CBD.

EU Regulatory Update on Beauty and Brexit, Plus Microplastics and Nanomaterials

EU Regulatory Update on Beauty and Brexit, Plus Microplastics and Nanomaterials

Mar 30, 2019 | Emma Meredith, Ph.D., CTPA, London

As the expected date for the U.K. to exit the European Union approaches, beauty brands need to act to ensure compliance post-Brexit. This Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association update also includes insights on the EU's microplastic activity and nanomaterials catalog. Click through to read more in the digital edition.

[update] California Moves to Ban Harmful Cosmetic Ingredients

[update] California Moves to Ban 'Harmful' Cosmetic Ingredients

Mar 20, 2019

Citing health concerns, the California legislature has introduced a bill that would ban several cosmetic ingredients, spanning pigments, preservatives and parabens.

[update] New Law Permits Sunscreen Use By Minors at School

[update] New Law Permits Sunscreen Use By Minors at School

Mar 20, 2019

The need for such legislation arose from concerned dermatologists and reports in the media of students being required to carry a note or prescription in order to possess or use sunscreen.

[update] New Law Permits Sunscreen Use By Minors at School

Croda Backs Proposed Updates to FDA Sunscreen Regulations

Mar 18, 2019

The proposed update would reclassify TiO2 (titanium dioxide) and ZnO (zinc oxide) as GRASE (Generally Recognized as Safe and Effective) category I. Previously, none of the 16 active ingredients currently on the market were considered GRASE.

Ned Sharpless to Serve as Acting FDA Commissioner

Ned Sharpless to Serve as Acting FDA Commissioner

Mar 13, 2019

The announcement comes following the resignation of Scott Gottlieb, who devoted his tenure to addressing youth e-cigarette use and modernizing food safety.

[podcast] Why the FDA Disallows Europe’s Sunscreens

[podcast] Why the FDA Disallows Europe’s Sunscreens

Mar 12, 2019 | Rachel Grabenhofer with David C. Steinberg

Between limited UV filter options and bans on organic sunscreens, the U.S. sunscreen market is wrought with strife. So why not just add Europe's UV filters to expand the U.S. portfolio? As David Steinberg explains in this podcast, it's not that easy. Listen now.

[podcast] Why the FDA Disallows Europe’s Sunscreens

FDA Commissioner Resigns; Agency Updates 2017 Asbestos Findings

Mar 5, 2019

Scott Gottlieb, who assumed the role in May 2017, cited the commute from Connecticut to Washington, D.C., as motivation for his resignation. The organization also released an update on 2017 findings of asbestos in cosmetics.

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