What’s Next for Cosmetics and Personal Care Products?

Jessica O’Connell was featured on FDA Watch, where she discussed several key topics, including: recent leadership changes at the FDA; outstanding questions facing the cosmetics industry as it transitions to long-term compliance under MoCRA; and the agency’s draft guidance on its mandatory recall authority for cosmetics. She also addressed how companies should approach risk management amid increasing state-level regulatory activity, the challenges of balancing science, enforcement, and operational feasibility, and the growing need for stronger compliance and legal functions within cosmetics companies. Finally, she shared her perspective on the future direction of the cosmetics industry and the continued evolution of MoCRA.