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Zdrowie i gospodarka · 2.12.2002

Draft Guidance for Industry on Labeling for Topically Applied Cosmetic Products Containing Alpha Hydroxy Acids as Ingredients; Availability

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing the availability of a draft guidance entitled "Guidance for Industry: Labeling for Topically Applied Cosmetic Products Containing Alpha Hydroxy Acids as Ingredients." FDA has considered evidence that suggests that topically applied cosmetic products containing alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) may increase the sensitivity of skin to the sun while the products are used and for up to a week after use is stopped and that this increased skin sensitivity to the sun may increase the possibility of sunburn. The purpose of this draft guidance is to educate manufacturers to help ensure that their labeling for AHA- containing cosmetic products is not false or misleading. The draft guidance suggests content for a labeling statement for AHA-containing cosmetic products. This action was prompted by a citizen petition filed by the Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association (CTFA), which requested that FDA issue a regulation establishing sun alert labeling on AHA-containing products.

Source: Federal Register — Food and Drug AdministrationOpen original release →