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EU Lays Down the Law on Cyclic Silicones D5, D6 — Now What?

It happened. On May 16, 2024, the European Union officially adopted new restrictions on siloxanes D5 and D6, as promised. What drove this decision? And what can the industry do now?

'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.

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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.

CIR Approves Ingedients and Comments on the Moisturizer/Tumor Article at its 108th Meeting

At the the Cosmetic Ingredient Review's (CIR) 108th Expert Panel meeting, it approved fumaric acid at 5%; requested more data on Basic Violet 3, 1 and 4; deemed licorice extract and allantoin safe; reviewed the article claiming a link between moisturizers and UVB-induced tumors; and requested a carcinogenicity study on toluene-3,4-diamine as a hair dye ingredient.

FDA Alert on Hydroquinone

After reviewing literature on hydroquinone, the FDA announced additional studies are needed to rule out its potential carcinogenic risk.

China Gets Tougher on Cosmetics

The list of substances banned from cosmetics in China has doubled, effective July 1, 2007.

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CIR Reopens Assessment on Calendula Officinalis

After receiving a report from UNITIS, CIR is once again investigating the safety of Calendula officinalis in leave-on cosmetics.

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China FDA Cracks Down on Cosmeceuticals

China's cosmetic market is likely to be rocked by policies that prohibit medical claims for cosmetic products, along with additional ingredient regulations.

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ECHA Seeks Comments on Benzisothiazolinone Labeling

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is seeking comments on classification and labeling proposals for several materials, 1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one (benzisothiazolinone) being among them.

SCCS Rules on Quaternary Ammonium Compounds

The SCCS has adopted the opinion that alkyl trimethylammonium chloride is safe as a non-preservative when incorporated at the recommended use levels.

FDA Issues Final Guidance on Nanomaterials

On June 26, 2014, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued Final Guidance for Industry: Safety of Nanomaterials in Cosmetics, a final guidance document addressing the use of nanotechnology in cosmetics.

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FDA Cracks Down on Skin Lighteners

Skin whitening products walk the line between cosmetics and drugs, and often carry dangerous side effects. Flawless Beauty's injectable whitening products were struck down by a federal judge, putting lightening products under the lens.

CTFA Requests Public Comments on Guidelines

The Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association (CTFA) is requesting public comments on the new and revised CTFA Quality Assurance and Good Manufacturing Practice Guidelines.

FDA to Focus on Nanotech Trend

The FDA announced plans to focus on nanotechnology at a public meeting to be held later this year...

FDA Hones in on Cosmetic Claims

The FDA issued five such letters since November 2014, the most recent being sent to StriVectin. Following those letters, the FDA has also issued a document that clarifies cosmetic versus drug claims for the consumer to highlight what cosmetic companies are able to say.

China Gets Tougher on Cosmetic Claims

Chinese cosmetic producers soon will be banned from exaggerating the effects of their products.

BFAD to Train on ASEAN Cosmetic Directive

The Bureau of Food and Drugs (BFAD) announced it will host training sessions for cosmetic manufacturers, importers and distributors regarding the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive.

New York Proposes Expiration Dates on Sunscreens

New York state may require that sunscreen labels include expiration dates.

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