When a cosmetic product is applied to the skin, not all of its ingredients remain on the surface. Some substances may penetrate the outer skin layers and, in certain cases, reach deeper tissues or even systemic circulation. This process is known as dermal absorption, and it plays an essential role in cosmetic safety assessment under...
Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), manufacturers are legally responsible for ensuring that cosmetic products are safe for consumers when used as intended. This principle has gained even greater importance following the introduction of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA), which expanded FDA oversight and reinforced expectations around safety substantiation...
Creating a cosmetic product is not simply a matter of mixing ingredients until a desired texture or fragrance is achieved. In the European Union, cosmetic formulation is tightly regulated to ensure that products placed on the market are safe for human health under normal and reasonably foreseeable conditions of use. The cornerstone of this framework...
lastic pollution has been a global concern for many years. Most people imagine bottles or plastic bags floating in oceans, yet there is another issue that is much smaller and harder to see. Microplastics, which are tiny plastic particles, are often invisible to the naked eye but still raise serious concerns. Cosmetic products are one...
Lipsticks and lip glosses are cosmetics that combine aesthetic appeal with particular safety concerns, making them more than just beauty products. These products are applied to the lips, where a portion of the formula is unavoidably consumed, in contrast to creams or lotions that stay on the skin. Their two exposure routes, oral and dermal,...
Moisturizers are some of the most popular cosmetics in the world, and the European Union has some of the strictest rules for these products. To get your moisturizer on EU shelves, you need more than just good marketing and attractive packaging, whether it’s a basic hydrating cream or a high-end formula with bioactive antioxidants. It...
It’s not enough to just make a face cream that moisturizes or smooths out wrinkles to sell it in Europe. Brands have to fill out a cosmetic product safety report for face creams before any jar or pump can legally be sold to people. The CPSR is a document that demonstrates the product has been...
One of the most common skincare procedures is exfoliation, which results in a smoother texture, unclogged pores, and a more refreshed look. Exfoliators come in a variety of forms, ranging from gritty scrubs to creams based on enzymes and acid treatments, but not all of them meet the same safety standards. The Cosmetic Product Safety...
On the surface, hand care appears to be straightforward. After applying a tiny bit, people continue their day. The story of safety work is more complex. These are leave-on products that are frequently applied to skin that comes into contact with water, soap, and air throughout the day. That combination increases the risk of irritation...
Eyeshadows and eyeliners define the outline of the eye and shape the overall mood of a look. They are among the most visible and creative categories in decorative cosmetics, but they also carry one of the highest compliance burdens. Applied close to the eye, these products interact with tissue that has no natural barrier...
