Summary
Four new cosmetics restrictions added: medical-use products banned, FDA-recalled cosmetics prohibited, FDA-restricted ingredients banned, and skin-lightening/bleaching products strictly prohibited (brightening and spot-reducing allowed).
Why it matters
Sellers must immediately delist cosmetics for medical professionals, any FDA-recalled items, products with FDA-restricted ingredients, and skin-lightening formulations. Non-compliance triggers listing removal or account penalties.
Recommended action
Audit all cosmetics listings for medical-use claims, FDA recalls, restricted ingredients, and melanin-reduction language. Remove non-compliant items and update product descriptions to avoid lightening/bleaching terminology.
Cosmetics, beauty, and personal care products that are intended for use by medical professionals or under medical supervision
Products which aim to bleach, whiten, lighten or reduce overall melanin in the skin are strictly prohibited. However, products designed to enhance the complexion's brightness, even skin tone or reduce dark spots are permissible
No content was removed in this update.
Affects: Seller, Listing