Cosmetics - Historical Background

(See also FDA's current information on cosmetics.)

The following documents are listed here for historical reference only. They are no longer being maintained and may contain outdated information.

Cosmetic Products and Ingredients

• May 1999 Alpha Hydroxy Acids for Skin Care: Smooth Sailing or Rough Seas? (FDA Consumer)
• July 23, 1996 Crema de Belleza (FDA Statement)
• Eyebrow and Eyelash Dyes
  • February 7, 1995 Eyelash Dyes
  • July 14, 1992 FDA Warns Against Use of "Permanent" Eyelash/Eyebrow Dyes and Tints (FDA Fact Sheet)
• December 1995 Fingernails: Looking Good While Playing Safe (FDA Consumer)
• February 23, 1993 Hair Spray Safety (HHS News)
• May 21, 1992 Skin Peelers (HHS News)
• December 1991 Hair! From Personal Statement to Personal Problem (FDA Consumer)

• Current information on Cosmetic Products and Ingredients

Cosmetic Labeling

• May 1994 Decoding the Cosmetic Label (FDA Consumer)
• May 1992 Cosmetic Labeling: Understanding the Puffery (FDA Consumer)

• Current information on Cosmetic Labeling

General Information on Cosmetic Regulation, Safety, and Program Activities

• May-June 1998 Clearing up Cosmetic Confusion (FDA Consumer)
• May 1995 Cosmetic Safety: More Complex Than at First Blush (FDA Consumer)
• May 1994 On the Teen Scene: Cosmetics and Reality (FDA Consumer)
• January 22, 1999 Stakeholder's Meeting - Summary
• July-August 1992 Cosmetic Help for Cancer Patients (FDA Consumer)

• Current information on Cosmetic Regulation, Safety, and Program Activities
  • FDA Authority and Policy
  • Information for Industry
  • International Activities