Sunscreen monograph
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
There is "rationale" and "beneficial purpose" to expand reduced labeling format allowed for sunscreen for small areas of the face to include "all facial makeup and face and hand lotions and moisturizers containing sunscreens in packaging containing less than two ounces," L'Oreal USA says in comments to FDA Feb. 12. Sunscreen labeling should reflect product's "unique position" and encourage use, company says, supporting comments submitted Jan. 5 by the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association. CTFA contends sunscreen products are different from other OTC drugs, while sunscreen manufacturer Playtex argues sub-product category exemptions should not be granted (1"The Rose Sheet" Jan. 22, p. 9)
You may also be interested in...
Sunscreen Uniform Labeling Endorsed By Playtex, Contested By CTFA
Uniform labeling on all sunscreen products is necessary to eliminate consumer confusion, subsequent misuse and perceived failure of such items, Playtex maintains in comments to FDA Jan. 5.
OCA Applauds Organic Board's Recommendation To USDA: "Outlaw Nanotech"
With a push from the Organic Consumers Association, the National Organic Standards Board is recommending that the use of nanotechnology be strictly prohibited from products certified under the National Organic Program
Beauty Claims Inch Closer To Pharma As Cosmeceutical Sector Expands
Though global market-size estimates differ, analysts at SupplySide West 2010 in Las Vegas agreed that cosmeceuticals remain a promising growth vehicle