Should Certain Cosmetic Ingredients Be Banned or Restricted in Canada?
Official title: Consultation on proposed updates to the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist: Prohibited and restricted ingredients
Health Canada wants to update its list of banned and restricted cosmetic ingredients. The Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist tells companies which substances can't be used in makeup, skincare, and personal care products sold in Canada. This update would add new substances to the list and change conditions for some existing entries.
Why This Matters
Use lipstick, shampoo, or moisturizer? This affects what's in them. The Hotlist determines which ingredients companies can put in products you use every day. If you've ever wondered whether your cosmetics are safe, this is your chance to weigh in.
What Could Change
New substances could be banned outright from cosmetics sold in Canada. Other ingredients might face new restrictions on how much can be used or in which products. Companies would need to reformulate products that contain newly restricted ingredients.
Key Issues
- Which new substances should be added to the banned or restricted list?
- Should conditions for existing Hotlist entries be changed?
How to Participate
- Review the proposed updates to the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist to understand what changes are being considered.
- Send your feedback by email to cosmetics@hc-sc.gc.ca or by mail to the Cosmetics Program at Health Canada.