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Proposed FDA rule targets asbestos in talc cosmetic products

Medical Xpress

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a new rule to require standardized testing of talc-containing cosmetics for asbestos, a known carcinogen linked to serious illnesses such as lung and ovarian cancers.

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Conference Notebook: ACI’s Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Conference

FDA Law Blog

As readers of our blog know, MoCRA was a significant change to regulation of cosmetics. As the new law unfolds—and as state laws regarding ingredients and packaging, as well as laws regarding environmental claims continue to affect the cosmetics and personal care industries—the topics covered at the conference have never been more relevant.

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Will Modernization of Cosmetic Regulation Finally Happen?

FDA Law Blog

While FDASLA focuses on user fees and includes several other provisions regarding drugs and devices, it also includes provisions related to cosmetics. Efforts to update safety standards for cosmetics have been ongoing since 2013, with the proposed Personal Care Products Safety Act of 2021 being the most recent iteration prior to FDASLA.

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Lygos and High Beauty Sign Agreement to Co-Develop and Commercialize Cosmetic Products Containing Rare Cannabinoids

BioTech 365

Lygos and High Beauty Sign Agreement to Co-Develop and Commercialize Cosmetic Products Containing Rare Cannabinoids Lygos and High Beauty Sign Agreement to Co-Develop and Commercialize Cosmetic Products Containing Rare Cannabinoids Co-branded High & Bye Refining Oil and Clearing Gel to … Continue reading →

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Novo’s obesity drug has serious warnings and barriers to overcome

World of DTC Marketing

Wegovy also contains warnings for pancreatitis, gallbladder problems including gallstones, low blood sugar, acute kidney injury, eye retina damage, increased heart rate, and suicidal behavior or thinking. And, like any medication, there is a risk of side effects, some serious.

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Why EPA’s long-awaited proposal on two ‘forever chemicals’ is bound to be controversial

STAT News

” PFAS are man-made chemicals associated with nonstick pans and firefighting foams, but they are also used in things like cosmetics, paper straws and takeout containers, and waterproof fabrics.

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Scientists Urge the FDA to Ban Red 3 Color Additive

XTalks

In the US, it’s against the law to use the carcinogenic color additive Red 3 in cosmetics, such as lipsticks or blush or topicals. As a result, in 1990, the agency eliminated certain “provisionally listed” uses of the chemical — meaning cosmetics and externally applied drugs. But those steps were never taken.