article thumbnail

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.

Cosmetics 100
article thumbnail

Use of PFAS in cosmetics ‘widespread,’ new study finds

Scienmag

Credit: University of Notre Dame Many cosmetics sold in the United States and Canada likely contain high levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a potentially toxic class of chemicals linked to a number of serious health conditions, according to new research from the University of Notre Dame.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

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 →

article thumbnail

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.

Drugs 318
article thumbnail

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.

Cosmetics 105