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Section: Regulations > Safety
Safety
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.
Regional
What California’s PFAS Law Could Mean for the Cosmetics Industry Nationwide
While it is not entirely possible to avoid potential litigation, companies can reduce their risk of suit by paying close attention to labelling, advertising and other representations about the safety, contents and ESG impacts of their products.
Regional
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.
Safety
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.
Regional
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.
Microbiology
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.
Safety
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.
Magazine
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.
Regional
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.
Regional
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.
Consumers/Market
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.
Magazine
European Regulatory Update: UK and EU Ingredient Management
The UK and EU have made robust regulatory changes due to recently trending ingredient concerns. Updated guidances for lilial, DHA and cyclic silicones are outlined here, along with other regional updates.
Magazine
Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: GMPs, Safety, Ingredient Restrictions, Claims and More
As the first quarter of 2022 came to a close, several regulatory changes were announced in the Asia-Pacific region. Following is an overview, which includes ingredient restrictions, claims guidelines, adverse reactions and more.
Magazine
Red Tape and Golden Opportunities in Natural Cosmetic Colorants, Part I
This two-part series will explore the current regulatory environment for color additives in the U.S. (Part I) and global (Part II) cosmetic markets. It will also examine the unique chemistry of naturally derived colors and their benefits.
Microbiology
Determining Preservative Efficacy in W/O Formulas, Part II: Making Microbiological Safety Assessments
The relevance of microbiological tests for w/o formulas has been questioned, mandating a more holistic approach. This second article in a series examines the failure rate of PETs for w/o products but looks at why this does not mean insufficient stability.
Regional
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.
Regional
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.
Safety
[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.
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