Injectable Cosmetic Products Not Permitted Under Law, Says Drug Regulator CDSCO
The advisory cites reported adverse reactions and warns that injectable cosmetic claims, misleading labels and prohibited ingredients can trigger enforcement actions.
- On May 18, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation issued a public notice clarifying that products supplied in injectable form do not qualify as cosmetics and are strictly prohibited for use.
- This advisory targets the growing popularity of aesthetic procedures in India, where experts warn that inadequately trained personnel often administer treatments using unapproved or improperly labeled products.
- Under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, cosmetics are legally limited to products "rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed" on the body for cleansing or beautifying, excluding any form of injection or treatment-based application.
- Regulators cancelled the registration of a Telangana-based company importing face cream with 60% alpha hydroxyl acids , exceeding the mandated 30% limit and bearing misleading "patient tolerance" claims on packaging.
- The CDSCO encourages the public to report unauthorized practices via email, while the Bureau of Indian Standards continues publishing lists of generally not recognised as safe ingredients for consumer protection.
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Injectable cosmetic products not permitted under law, says drug regulator CDSCO
“Products supplied in form of injectable preparation do not fall under the definition of cosmetics. No cosmetic is permitted to be used as injection by consumer/professionals/ aesthetic clinics,” the notice said.
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India's central drug regulator has drawn a clear legal line around injectable aesthetic procedures, stating that products supplied in injectable form do not qualify as cosmetics under the law and are not permitted for use by consumers, professionals, or aesthetic clinics. 🍏 Injectable Products Are Not Cosmetics, Cannot Be Used in Aesthetic Clinics, CDSCO Warns.
Injectable Cosmetic Products Not Permitted, Drug Regulator Issues Warning
Cosmetic products supplied in injectable form do not fall under the definition of cosmetics under the law and are not permitted for use by consumers, professionals or aesthetic clinics, the central...
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