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Cosmetic products are regulated by FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN). CFSAN is responsible for assuring that cosmetics are safe and properly labeled.

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If FDA Approves Cosmetics?

FDA does not approve cosmetics, although we do approve color additives used in cosmetics. It is the responsibility of cosmetic manufacturers to ensure, before marketing their products, that the products are safe when used as directed in their label or under customary conditions of use. More…

Cosmetics & Color Additives Basics

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Does FDA approve the color additives used in cosmetics? If so, how does FDA determine their safety?

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