Today, U.S. FDA released the results of the agency’s 2023 sampling assignment, testing talc-containing cosmetic products for the presence of asbestos. Asbestos was not detected in any of the 50 samples tested in 2023. Learn more at fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm…

#DYK a number of color additives must be batch certified by U.S. FDA, in addition to approval, to be used in cosmetics (or any other FDA-regulated product) marketed in the U.S? Check out our latest update on color additives at fda.gov/industry/color…

#DYK all color additives used in cosmetics (or any other FDA-regulated product) must be approved by U.S. FDA? Check out our latest update on color additives at fda.gov/industry/color…

FDA announces availability of additional submission tools for cosmetic product facility registration and cosmetic product listing! Read more here: fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm…

This year FDA celebrates 100 years of milk & dairy safety in the U.S. #milk100 fda.gov/milk100

On Monday, we announced the launch of our Cosmetics Direct electronic submission portal for registration of cosmetic product facilities and listing of cosmetic products, as mandated by the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022. fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm…

Lipstick is a classic cosmetic product used to brighten your face and smile. However, there could be dangerous contaminants lurking in your lipsticks, such as lead. Find out more here: fda.gov/cosmetics/pote…

#NoShaveNovember is coming to an end! 🧔🪒 Take some time to check out our hair product tips: fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm…

#DYK how #aromatherapy products are regulated? Find out how they can be cosmetics, drugs, or something else: fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm…

Did you have a bad reaction to lotion, perfume, or deodorant? Please, tell U.S. FDA what happened: fda.gov/cosmetics/reso… #NationalHealthySkinMonth

Be sure to review FDA’s updates to the Structured Product Labeling (SPL) Implementation Guide for Cosmetic Product Facility Registrations and Product Listings, mandated by MoCRA, now including validation procedures - fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm…

Ever thought about making your own cosmetic products and selling them? Get the facts on homemade cosmetics: fda.gov/cosmetics/reso…

Did you know that some hair-smoothing products may release #formaldehyde when heated? 🤯 Learn more: fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm…

Alternative methods are a key component of advancements that may enhance our ability to assess potential toxicities, risks, safety, and effectiveness. By revamping our webpages we hope to provide better access to and understanding of our vast work on advancing alternatives.

Tip: Mark the date when you open cosmetic products to keep track of the age. fda.gov/cosmetics/reso… #NationalHealthySkinMonth

Getting rid of old cosmetics on #NationalRecyclingDay ? Find out why it’s better to toss your expired products in the trash, rather than recycle them: fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm…

Did you know there are no Federal standards or definitions that govern the use of the term #hypoallergenic ? fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm… #NationalHealthySkinMonth

Life is too short not to be nice to each other on #WorldKindnessDay . What’s not kind? Sharing your cosmetics - you may be sharing an infection. fda.gov/cosmetics/cosm…

Importing or exporting cosmetics for the holiday season? Check out our resources for industry here: fda.gov/cosmetics/reso…

Today, on #NationalSTEMDay , I strongly encourage you to share our videos and resources with teachers, parents, students, and anyone else considering or supporting careers in STEM, so that together we might inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. fda.gov/science-resear…