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Into the Weeds: Walking the Regulatory Line of CBD in Cosmetics

There is no outright prohibition against CBD-containing cosmetics, but this does not mean hemp products will no longer be regulated. This article reviews the ins and outs of CBD cosmetic compliance as the current U.S. legislation stands.

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Claire's, Beauty Plus Global Recall Certain Cosmetics After Asbestos Testing

The voluntary recalls are a result of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's ongoing testing for asbestos in cosmetics.

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Minnesota Joins States Lifting School Sunscreen Bans

Students may now use sunscreen during the school day on school property or at school-sponsored events. The language was added to an education finance budget bill signed by Gov. Tim Walz.

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When it Comes to CBD, the FDA Wants to See the Receipts

The agency held its first hearing on cannabidiol (CBD) in Silver Spring, Maryland, on Friday, May 31, 2019.

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Cruelty-Free Cosmetics Act Advances in Canadian House of Commons

The bill aims to prohibit any and all animal testing for cosmetic purposes in the country. It would also ban the sale of cosmetic products or ingredients that rely on the results of new animal-testing performed anywhere else in the world.

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EU Regulatory Update on the Future of Hair Color Warnings, Plus Brexit and Cannabis

Hair dyes are covered by strict legislative frameworks around the world to avoid adverse reactions; this column covers new research that may add heft to their warning labels. Updates to ongoing regulatory considerations for Brexit and cannabis use also are discussed.

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Sunscreen Data Requests, Misperceptions and the Public Health Crisis

"The FDA is not saying 40% of sunscreens (or whatever) do not meet its rules for safety and effectiveness—not to the extent the EWG is suggesting." But the FDA also is muddying the waters, according to PASS Coalition adviser Michael Werner.

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EWG continues to target sun care products in latest campaign.

PASS Coalition Answers EWG's Latest Sunscreen Attack

“Everyone, including the FDA, is clear about the benefits of sunscreen,” says Michael Werner, policy advisor to the PASS Coalition. “Currently marketed sunscreen ingredients are a proven tool in the fight against the growing skin cancer epidemic in the United States."

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Could the US Virgin Islands Be Next to Ban Octinoxate and Oxybenzone?

A bill banning the sale, importation and distribution of certain sunscreen ingredients in personal care is making its way through the U.S. Virgin Islands' legislature.

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FDA Recalls Tattoo Inks for Bacteria Contamination

The tattoo inks were manufactured or distributed by four firms inspected under an ongoing assignment.

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Why the FDA's 'Sunscreens in the Bloodstream' Study is Flawed

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association tested the potential systemic absorption of certain sunscreens. Results identified their presence in subjects' bloodstreams; however, as industry expert David Steinberg explains, the study is misleading and fails to consider crucial variables.

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FCA President and CEO Testifies Against Tariffs

The Fragrance Creators Association (FCA) notes that the tariffs, while aiming to promote U.S. manufacturing, would negatively impact American business and consumers while providing no additional benefit to the U.S. economy.

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FDA Calls Preliminary Public Meeting for International Cosmetics Regulation

The U.S. FDA announced it will hold a public meeting in June to prepare for the broader International Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation meeting of worldwide authorities in July.

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Back to Basics, Part II: Ensuring Product Safety

Safety is a major consideration when developing cosmetic products. This article describes safety guidelines in the U.S. and EU, along with the steps to take during development to ensure that products are safe for human use.

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US FDA to Assess Cosmetic Safety Through Manufacturing Survey

The survey "is part of the FDA’s ongoing effort to add to [its] understanding of the cosmetic industry and manufacturing practices" in order to ensure cosmetic safety.

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Facing a Recall? The FDA Offers Advice

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 U.S. FDA is drafting a guidance to help.

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

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.