In-Person Workshop A — Beauty and the Law 101: Introduction to Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Law and Regulations
Cathy Burgess
Partner
Alston & Bird LLP
Jane Javier Rodriguez
Director Global Regulatory Affairs
Sol de Janeiro
Workshop is available In-Person only.
Kickstart your understanding of the complex legal and regulatory framework that governs cosmetics and personal care products. This interactive workshop will provide the foundational knowledge you need to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape. Key topics will include:
- Understanding the FDA’s Role in cosmetics and personal care products:
- Overview of the FDA’s regulatory authority and its impact on the market
- Product Classification: cosmetic, drug, or something else?
- Defining cosmetics vs. drugs under the Food, Drug & Cosmetics Act
- When products may be classified as drugs, medical devices, or dietary supplements
- Understanding structure/function claims
- Bringing products to market: Cosmetics vs. OTC Drugs
- The difference between notification and listing requirements
- Navigating cGMPs, labeling rules, and OTC Monographs
- FDA requirements for ingredients
- Special considerations for color additives and other regulated ingredients
- Advertising and promotion: FDA vs. FTC
- Jurisdictional distinctions and compliance for marketing claims
- Pre- and post-market obligations
- Monitoring complaints and adverse event reporting
- Best practices for recalls and product reintroduction
- Other regulatory influences
- Retailers, consumers, state regulations, and additional federal agencies like CPSC and EPA