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Proposed SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act Gives U.S. Consumers New Hope for Better Sun Protection

The legislation was introduced to streamline the FDA's review process of the effectiveness and safety of new ingredients for nonprescription sunscreens.

Indonesian authorities noted 4,334 items and 205,133 pieces of products contained prohibited substances.

Recent Global Recalls in Beauty: Mercury, Hydroquinone, Benzene and Bacteria Raise Red Flags

This report summarizes recent responses to acne treatments, shampoos and cosmetics cited for benzene and potential bacteria risks; plus a sweeping recall of 91 brands flagged in Jakarta for hazardous substances.

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Taking Hair and Scalp Care to New Heights

This issue of C&T is at the forefront of hair/scalp science, exploring test methods, trends and innovations. It also revisits the fundamentals of formulating with ZnO, for mineral sunscreens, and presents an upcycled tea extract to counteract photodamage.

The Thai Minister of Public Health expanded the list of banned advertising terms under Cosmetic Act B.E. 2558 (2015) to include terms referring to internal use or injectable applications.

Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: Advertising Laws, Notifications, Halal Certification, Ingredient Restrictions and More

Regulatory updates in Asia-Pacific emphasize ingredient use, advertising standards, notification requirements and halal certification. The tightening of safety and quality standards reflects a focus on consumer protection and regulatory alignment.

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UK Regulatory Update: Key Cosmetic Industry Asks of the Incoming Government

Described here are the CTPA's key asks for the incoming UK government to help support industry growth, consumer safety and innovation. Trade barriers, regulations and tax-free shopping to benefit the economy and public well-being also are discussed.

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Microbiological Considerations for Refillable Bulk Cosmetics: Survey and Commentary

The commercial sale of refillable products in bulk now includes liquid galenic formulas. Their diverse flow chains pose unique microbial challenges, as shown here, underlining the importance of flow chain planning and assessment tools/strategies.

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Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: Technical Standards, Ingredients, Cosmetic Risk Monitoring, Labeling and More

The Asia-Pacific region saw several significant regulatory developments from July to November 2024, primarily focusing on updates to cosmetic ingredient lists, technical guidelines, GMP, labeling requirements and more. Following is a recap.

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U.S. Regulatory Update: MoCRA, PFAS and Lead in Cosmetics, Formaldehyde Restrictions

Looking ahead in 2025 and beyond, the cosmetic industry will see an uptick in global regulations. However, the U.S. may lead the way in complexity this year. This article gives an overview.

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Next in Skin – Valuing Beauty for Well-being, A Discussion

Beauty is in a strange place. As this Q&A shows, while we encourage confidence and self-expression, this is at odds with biology, culture and status. This delicate interplay is important to consider since we shape the very well-being of our consumers.

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European Regulatory Update: Cosmetic Ingredient Changes Coming in 2025-2026

This article looks to changes in 2025-2026 to the status of ingredients in the EU and UK. Examples include nanomaterial and UV filter bans/restrictions, limits on actives, labeling formaldehyde-releasing preservatives and allergens, ecodesign and others.

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Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: Adverse Reactions to Cosmetics, Reclassifications, TiO2, Intimate Care and More

Regulatory updates across Asia-Pacific demonstrate a trend toward stricter, more comprehensive cosmetic safety and quality standards. The focus on safety assessment, ingredient use, adverse reactions and harmonization is evident. Following is an overview.

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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.

'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.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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