Children’s cosmetics are often more than just products—they are part of interactive play. Ensuring the safety of children’s cosmetics goes beyond compliance with cosmetic-specific regulations. In both the United States and the European Union, manufacturers must also address broader safety standards related to packaging, small components, and potential hazards.
Product Safety and Hazardous Substances
United States: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
The CPSC ensures that all children’s products, including cosmetics, are free from safety risks like choking hazards and harmful chemicals. While the FDA oversees cosmetic ingredient safety, the CPSC regulates product features, such as mirrors or brushes, to prevent choking or injury. It also prohibits toxic substances like phthalates, which can disrupt hormones.
EU: REACH Regulations (ECHA)
In the EU, kids makeup must comply with REACH, which evaluates and restricts hazardous chemicals. This ensures all substances used are safe for children and pose no health or environmental risks.
Toy Safety Standards and Their Role in Children’s Cosmetics
Children’s cosmetics often include toy-like components such as mini brushes, mirrors, and decorative packaging, making them subject to toy safety standards in both the U.S. and the EU.
United States: ASTM F963 and EU: EN71
ASTM F963 and EN 71 are toy safety standards designed to protect children by ensuring toys meet strict safety requirements for physical, mechanical, chemical, and flammability risks.
Why Do Toy Standards Apply to Children’s Cosmetics?
Children’s cosmetics are intentionally designed to be engaging and playful, often resembling toys. This increases the likelihood of children interacting with these products in ways that involve their mouths or other sensory exploration. Therefore, toy safety standards are essential to protect children from choking, injury, or exposure to toxic substances.
For example, makeup kits might include small brushes, mirrors, or decorative parts that could pose risks if swallowed or mishandled. By following ASTM F963 and EN71, manufacturers ensure these components are safe for children during normal use.
The Importance of Soluble Heavy Metal Testing
One critical element of both ASTM F963 and EN71 is the testing for soluble heavy metals. This assesses whether harmful metals could leach out when a product is accidentally swallowed. Such testing ensures that children’s products are safe even in unexpected situations.
By adhering to these comprehensive safety regulations, FONDBEAUTI kids makeup can ensure that all our products are safe, non-toxic, and suitable for children.
