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What the Modernization Act Means for Cosmetics
President Biden signed HR 2617 into law. What does this mean for cosmetic manufacturers? "A lot," according to Steinberg & Associates. The 1,653-page bill includes 14 pages on cosmetics. Read on to learn more.
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European Union Annuls Carcinogenic Titanium Dioxide Label
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FDA to Explore CBD, Hemp Regulations for Food and Supplements
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U.S. House/Senate, President Biden Pass 2023 Consolidation Act; PCPC Applauds Cosmetic Inclusion
The long-awaited legislation will advance product safety and innovation for the science-driven beauty and personal care industry and reinforce consumer confidence, according to the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC).
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Avon Takes a $40 M Hit in Talc/Cancer Suit
The plaintiff, 76-year-old Rita Chapman of Scottsdale, Arizona, alleged that the use of Avon's talc-containing products tainted with asbestos caused her mesothelioma.
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Avoid Deceptive Eco Claims by Helping FTC Shape the Green Guides
The commission is seeking public comment to update the guidelines. This move is based on increasing consumer interest in buying environmentally friendly products.
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P&G Pays Out $8 M in Benzene Settlement
The settlement benefits consumers who purchased Secret, Old Spice, Pantene, Waterless, Aussie, Herbal Essences or Hair Food aerosol antiperspirant, deodorant, body spray, dry shampoo or dry conditioner products between Nov. 4, 2015, and Dec. 31, 2021.
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Fragrance Creators Press U.S. Congress to Finalize Safe Cosmetics Act in 2022
As the year draws to an end, the association and allied trades are urging the U.S. Congress to come to a bipartisan, comprehensive and uniform national framework for cosmetics regulation.
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FDA Alert: Adam's Polishes Recalls Hand Sanitizers Over Methanol Concerns
The company is voluntarily recalling lot #133475 of Adam’s Polishes Hand Sanitizer after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found this lot contain undeclared methanol; 19 other lots have been recalled to err on the side of caution.
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PCPC Stands Strong with Hair Straightener Science
The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) released a statement in response to the recent publication associating hair straightener products with a higher incidence of uterine cancer. It underlines that association is not causation.
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EC Puts REACH Revisions On Hold Until Late 2023
On Oct. 18, 2022, the European Commission (EC) adopted working plans for 2023, which confirmed another delay of the long-awaited revision to REACH.
Regulatory
Kenya Bans 400+ Soaps and Skin Brighteners
The products reportedly contain mercury and hydroquinone compounds, which according to the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), can only be used with a physician's oversight.
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L'Oréal Faces Suit Over Alleged Cancer-causing Hair Straighteners
According to CNN, L'Oréal is being sued over allegations that its chemical hair straighteners put women at a higher risk for developing uterine cancer.