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Cosmetics

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Product Information

Makeup, nail products, tattoos and more

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Temporary Tattoos & Henna/Mehndi

What's safe and approved? What's not?

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Tanning Products

"Sunless tanners," "tanning pills," and more

 
 
Cosmetic Labeling & Label Claims

What cosmetic labels can say and what they must say; what label claims mean

Guidance, Compliance & Regulatory Information

Resources on legal, regulatory, and policy issues related to cosmetics, including overviews

International Activities

U.S. consumers purchase cosmetics from around the world. U.S. manufacturers export cosmetics. What is FDA's role?

Product and Ingredient Safety

Information on cosmetic products, ingredients, testing, and more

Resources for You
 

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The Basics

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Contact Us

  • 1-888-SAFEFOOD
  • 1-888-723-3366

  • Outreach and Information Center (HFS-009)

    Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition

    Food and Drug Administration

    5100 Paint Branch Parkway

    College Park, MD 20740

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