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PFAS have been used in cosmetics such as nail polish, shaving cream, foundation, lipstick and mascara to make products more durable, spreadable or water-resistant.

New Zealand to Ban PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' from Cosmetics

As a part of several updates made to the Cosmetic Products Group Standard, the New Zealand Environmental Protection Agency announced the decision to ban PFAS on Jan. 30, 2024; the ban will go into effect on Dec. 31, 2026.

CNBC noted the proposed settlement does not resolve tens of thousands of consumer lawsuits, some of which are scheduled to go to trial this year (2024).

J&J Reaches Tentative $700 M Settlement for 40+ State Talc Investigations

The $700 million arrangement would settle by 42 states plus Washington, D.C., per the Wall Street Journal, Reuters reported; although it would not resolve thousands of consumer lawsuits.

'Occitane en Provence, Shiseido, L'Oréal and Estée Lauder Companies are among the businesses that helped to create TRASCE with Clarins, Merck, Neyret, Nuxe, Sensient, Groupe Clarins, Groupe Pochet and Sisley included also in the list.

Beauty Industry Brands Collaborate to Create the Traceability Alliance for Sustainable Cosmetics

'Occitane en Provence, Shiseido, L'Oréal and Estée Lauder Companies are among the businesses that helped to create TRASCE with Clarins, Merck, Neyret, Nuxe, Sensient, Groupe Clarins, Groupe Pochet and Sisley included also in the list.

The #mydentity Guy Tang Reflect line of liquid demi permanent hair dyes is being recalled for potential contamination with nitrosamines.

Correction: Hair Products Recalled, Grande Cosmetics Settles and Sephora/Target 'Clean' Beauty Suits Continue

This roundup of products in "hot water" includes recalls on a hair dye and shampoo, Grande Cosmetics' settlement and a look at the latest "clean" beauty suits against Sephora and Target.

Xforms is just one digital option available for creating an SPL file with cosmetic product facility registration and product listing information. Two additional electronic options are available.

FDA Debuts Digital SPL Xforms, Paper Forms for Cosmetics Facility, Product Submissions

The FDA has rolled out Structured Product Labeling (SPL) Xforms, a digital tool, and downloadable PDF forms to register cosmetic product facilities and list products, as mandated by MoCRA.

“We are excited to welcome Emily back to lead our legal team and guide our industry’s legal and regulatory strategies,” said Tom Myers, PCPC’s president and CEO. “Her diverse and extensive expertise will be instrumental in navigating our industry’s complex legal and regulatory landscape, enhancing our support to member companies.”

The Personal Care Products Council Names VP Legal and Regulatory Affairs and General Counsel

Manoso previously worked as PCPC’s associate general counsel and staff counsel and has served as a trail attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice.

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FDA Opens Cosmetics Direct Registration Portal for MoCRA

Cosmetics Direct is an FDA Structured Product Labeling authoring tool that, according to the FDA, features user-friendly data entry forms.

A responsible person is required to report serious adverse events associated with the use of cosmetic products in the U.S. to FDA within 15 business days.

FDA Releases Update to Ongoing Activities Related to Serious Adverse Event Reporting for MoCRA

A responsible person is required to report serious adverse events associated with the use of cosmetic products in the U.S. to FDA within 15 business days.

In January of 2023, the CMA expanded its work on environmental claims to include fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). These are essential items that include food and drink, cleaning products, toiletries and personal care items.

Unilever Eco Claims Under Scrutiny in Greenwashing Investigation

In January of 2023, the CMA expanded its work on environmental claims to include fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). These are essential items that include food and drink, cleaning products, toiletries and personal care items.

According to the European Commission's Safety Gate, numerous products, ranging from soaps and fragrances, to body care, shampoo, bath milk and others, have been flagged for the present of the fragrance allergen butylphenyl methylpropional.

Recall Alert: L'Oreal's Mizani, J&J's Clean & Clear, Marcelle's 40+ Cream and Others

Globally, within the past couple of months, numerous cosmetic product recalls have been issued for microbe contamination and fragrance allergens, among other contaminants. Following is a roundup.

Sunscreen materials were at the center of a recent European court case that calls into question the enforceability of animal testing bans.

EU's Cosmetics Animal Testing Bans Challenged in New Court Decision

Cruelty Free Europe's director of science and regulatory affairs, Emma Grange, Ph.D., said: “This decision is a huge backwards step in our fight to stop animals suffering and dying in the name of beauty."

'I think the biggest game-changer about [MoCRA's] ... requirement for GMPs is how it changes what it means to be adulterated,' Brandi Reinbold, senior manager of global certification for NSF International, said in this sponsored videocast. Register now to watch and learn more. It's free.

[video] GMP Standards to Meet MOCRA and Retailer Mandates of the Future

While the enforcement of MoCRA has been delayed until July 1, 2024, this is no time to rest on our laurels. As this sponsored video from NSF International explains, there's much to do and it will take time. Register now to watch and learn how to prepare.

Beginning Dec.1, 2023, domestically produced toothpaste must be notified with the provincial-level drug supervision and administration department in the jurisdiction of the notification applicant before being marketed and sold.

China National Medical Products Administration Updates Toothpaste Regulations

Beginning Dec.1, 2023, domestically produced toothpaste must be notified with the provincial-level drug supervision and administration department in the jurisdiction of the notification applicant before being marketed and sold.

As reported in 2022, the lawsuit follows the release of findings published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute associating hair straightening product use with incident uterine cancer. The study did highlight the fact that Black women could be disproportionately affected, as 60% of the 33,947 total participants who reported using hair straighteners self-identified as Black women.

Hair Relaxer-Cancer Lawsuits Will Move Forward

Earlier this year, racial justice organization Color of Change urged consumers to sign a petition demanding that Target, ShopRite, Giant, Food Lion and other major retailers remove "toxic" products such as lye relaxers and hair dyes from shelves.

The FDA does not intend to enforce the requirements related to cosmetic product facility registration and cosmetic product listing for an additional six months after the December 29, 2023, deadline.

FDA Delays MoCRA Enforcement by 6 Months

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it will delay the enforcement of facility registration and product listing requirements under MoCRA for six months after the Dec. 29, 2023, deadline to give the industry "sufficient time" to submit.

While the concerns expressed over these materials are not specific to cosmetics, and only two are currently listed as cosmetic ingredients, it is worth noting the potential safety issues of these materials as well as the likelihood of the bans initiated in California to spread nationwide.

California Bans 4 Food Additives, FDA Proposes Same for BVO Emulsifier

On Oct. 7, 2023, the State of California banned four food and beverage additives reportedly linked to health issues: potassium bromate, propyl paraben, Red Dye No. 3 and brominated vegetable oil (BVO). The FDA may follow suit with BVO.

October was the deadline but it came and went without a MOCRA portal to show for it.

FDA to Industry: Review SLP Guides, Gather Data Until MOCRA Portal Launches

October was the deadline but it came and went without a MOCRA portal to show for it. As the industry waits, the FDA advised members to continue collecting data and reviewing guidance documents — including the latest one for Structured Product Labeling.

Requirements range from creating an adverse event reporting system, and maintaining current and complete safety substantiation records, to ensuring facilities are registered with the FDA and more.

[poll results] How prepared are you for MOCRA requirements?

The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MOCRA) goes in to effect on Dec. 29, 2023, giving the U.S. Food and Drug Administration increased authority over cosmetics. Are you ready for it? We want to know - please take our 1-click poll.

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