Skincare and Cosmetology

Safety of Cosmetics

The FDA works to ensure that cosmetic companies adhere to the rules of keeping cosmetics and personal care products as safe as possible. But while the FDA recommends that cosmetic manufacturers test their products, they do not have to. You can see what has been tested by checking the product label: "WARNING - The safety of this product has not been determined." If the product has not been tested for safety, you must disclose the label.

Some of the safety features that may be associated with cosmetics and personal care products include:

Eye diseases

Spread germs on the skin

Irritation and scratch in the eye

Fire hazards, in the case of aerosol products such as hairspray

Allergies or sensitivity to ingredients