The U.S. FDA will convene a panel of scientific experts on May 20 to discuss the "safety and necessity" of talc as an additive in food, drugs, and cosmetics. "The group...will explore safer ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Talc is a common ingredient in many makeup products, including blush, eyeshadow and foundation, valued for its ability to absorb ...

Manufacturers of baby powder and cosmetic products made with talc will have to test them for asbestos under a proposal announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency's proposal comes ...

The decision surprised health advocates, who have pushed for stronger oversight. HealthDay News — Talc-based makeup and powders will not go through new asbestos testing requirements after the US Food ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed withdrawing a rule that would have ensured certain cosmetics were tested for asbestos. The rule was mandated under the 2022 Modernization of ...

Federal health officials are scrutinizing a mineral—added to some makeup, medications, and foods—that many people have never thought twice about: talc. The JAMA article added that talc remains common, ...

Parents push for answers after former Ponaganset High School teacher's indictment A school committee member is calling for an independent investigation after a grand jury indicts a former Ponaganset ...

The Lancet has withdrawn a 1977 talc article after undisclosed industry links were found, bringing back concerns about ...

Talc is a common ingredient in many makeup products, including blush, eyeshadow and foundation, valued for its ability to absorb moisture, reduce caking and create a smooth finish. Despite these ...