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FDA Links
The FDA regulates foods, drugs, cosmetics, medical devises, colors and tobacco products. As a cosmetic company it is important to understand how and what the FDA regulates in our industry. Below are many helpful links to the FDA and blogs that can help you navigate your way through the FDA.
The FDA Authority over Cosmetics
Key Legal Concepts: "Interstate Commerce," "Adulterated," and "Misbranded"
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act)
FDA Laws and Regulations
FDA Summary of Regulatory Requirements for Labeling of Cosmetics Marketed in the United States
Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program (VCRP)
Over-the-counter Drugs verses Cosmetics
Many cosmetic companies inadvertently make over-the-counter drug claims on their cosmetics. Here are a variety of links to help you understand the difference and avoid this common mistake.
Understanding the Difference Between Drugs and Cosmetics
FDA Status of OTC Rulemaking
Helpful FDA Links
Good Manufacturing Practices
Why Your Facility Should be GMP Compliant
International Regulatory Links
Health Canada
European Commission CosIng
Annex II, List of substances which must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products
Annex III, List of substances which cosmetic products must not contain except subject to the restrictions and conditions laid down
California
California Proposition 65
California Proposition 65 Chemical List
California Safe Cosmetics Program
Resources
Personal Care Truth
American Council on Truth and Science
Cosmetic Ingredient Review Panel
Cosmetics Info
Pub Med
Environmental Health and Toxicity
Household Products Data Base
ToxNet
US Consumer Product Safety Commission
Society of Cosmetic Scientists
Society of Cosmetic Chemists
Indie Beauty Network
Independent Cosmetics Manufacturers & Distributors
Handcrafted Soapmakers Guild
Stats
Sense About Science
Organic Consumers Association
Personal Care Products Council
Cosmetics Toiletry and Perfume Association
Cosmetic Bench Reference
Consumer Product
Information Database
American Cancer Society
American Herbal Products Association
The Canadian Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association (CCTFA)
Aromatherapy and Fragrance Resources
Alliance of International Aromatherapists
Aromatherapy Registration Council
Canadian Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association (CCTFA)
Cosmetics Toiletry and Perfume Association
Fragrance Materials Association of the United States
International Federation of Aromatherapist
International Fragrance Association
International Fragrance Association Helpful Links
Natural Association of Holistic Aromatherapists
Perfumer and Flavorist
Gardener Resource: Growing and Using Herbs
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