The FDA Cosmetics Regulations Workshop 2023 brought together a vibrant community of over 300 representatives from the indie beauty sector. All the insights and knowledge shared during the event are now at your fingertips! 

2023 sessions are now available to replay! Video on Demand is now available for free to all event registrants or for purchase for those who did not already register to attend the Workshop Watch Now

Stay Ahead in Cosmetic Regulations 

Get ahead in the dynamic world of cosmetic regulations with insights directly from the FDA and leading industry experts. IBA’s FDA Cosmetics Regulations Workshop has been at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge information for four decades. 

This event has been on the ‘must-attend’ list for beauty professionals responsible for developing, testing, and marketing beauty, personal care, and wellness products in the United States.  

Highlights You Don’t Want to Miss 

Captivating keynote presentation by FDA’s Director of the Office of Cosmetics and Colors, Dr. Linda Katz, as well as the thought-provoking fireside chat with FDA Chief Scientist Dr. Namandjé Bumpus, gave our attendees practical insights into the latest challenges and developments in the cosmetic and personal care products industry. 

Our event took a deep dive into the current regulatory trends in the industry, unraveled the complexities of US FDA MoCRA Implementation, and addressed crucial topics from ‘Unpacking Common Misconceptions & Speculation’ to ‘Cosmetic Adverse Event Reporting’ and ‘Exploring the Relationship Between Brands and Contract Manufacturers’. 

Stay informed, stay compliant, and stay ahead.  

The on-demand sessions are key to unlocking the knowledge and strategies discussed during the workshop. 

Register Now for On-Demand Access 

We look forward to seeing you at future IBA events, where we continue to empower and inform the indie beauty community. 

Thank you for being a part of the FDA Cosmetics Regulations Workshop 2023. 

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2023 Agenda

  • Day One | September 20
    12-12:15 pm ET | 9:00-9:15 am PTOpeningDon Frey

    Elizabeth Corrigan

    12:15-1:15 pm ET | 9:15-10:15 am PTFDA Inspections – What to Expect From a Visit From the FDAMarti Myrick-Sullivan

    Moderator: Craig Weiss

    1:15 – 1:30 pm ET | 10:15-10:30 am PTBREAK  
    1:30-2:30 pm ET | 10:30-11:30 am PTKEYNOTE: FDA Office of Colors and Cosmetics: MoCRA Implementation and Agency Priorities UpdatesDr. Linda Katz

    Moderator: Don Frey

     

    2:30-2:45 pm ET | 11:30- 11:45 am PTBREAKSponsored by Registrar Corp
    2:45-3:45 pm ET | 11:45 am- 12:45 pm PTU.S. FDA Regulation of Color Additives in Cosmetics Julie Barrows, Ph.D.

    Karen Yarussi-King

    3:45-4 pm ET | 12:45-1 pm PTBREAKSponsored by IRI-Sys
    4:00-5:00 pm ET | 1:00-2:00 pm PTRoundtable with FDA’s Chief Scientist Dr. Namandjé Bumpus

    Moderator: Don Frey

    5:00-5:15 pm ET | 2:00-2:15 pm PTClosing RemarksDon FreyCraig Weiss

    Karen Yarussi-King

  • Day Two | September 21
    12-12:15 pm ET | 9:00-9:15 am PTOpeningDon Frey
    12:15-1:15 pm ET | 9:15-10:15 am PTMyth Busting Misinformation on MoCRA: Unpacking Common Misconceptions & Speculation Karen Yarussi-King

    Katie Montgomery

    Moderator: Meredith Petillo

     

    1:15 – 1:30 pm ET | 10:15-10:30 am PTBREAKSponsored by NSF
    1:30-2:30 pm ET | 10:30-11:30 am PTMoCRA: Cosmetic Adverse Event ReportingRichard Kingston

    Moderator: Dan Kolhoff

    2:30-2:45 pm ET | 11:30- 11:45 am PTBREAKSponsored by SafetyCall
    2:45-3:45 pm ET | 11:45 am- 12:45 pm PTU.S. State Legislative and Regulatory Activity – Recently Enacted & Proposed Bills Liz Johnson

    Valerie George

    Moderator: Dan Kolhoff

     

    3:45-4 pm ET | 12:45-1 pm PTBREAK 
    4:00-5:00 pm ET | 1:00-2:00 pm PTMoCRA: Exploring the Relationship Between Brands and Contract Manufacturers Ronie Schmelz

    Dana Valencia

    Matt Stearn

    Moderator: Don Frey

    5:00-5:15 pm ET | 2:00-2:15 pm PTClosing RemarksDon Frey

    Craig Weiss

    Karen Yarussi-King

Special Thanks to this Event's 2023 Sponsors!

 

Title Sponsor

“Registrar Corp makes regulatory compliance quick and easy for cosmetics companies. We’ve been a leading provider of government compliance services since 2003, offering tech-enabled services, SaaS products, and online training solutions that help you improve workflow and adhere to global regulations. Our cosmetics services include FDA registration, navigating MoCRA requirements, label and ingredient review, California Safe Cosmetics Act reporting, and more. Cosmetri by Registrar Corp empowers cosmetics companies to accelerate product development and streamline compliance operations with two software offerings, Product Manager and GMP. Registrar Corp’s newest cosmetic platform helps make global regulatory compliance quick and easy for the cosmetics industry to produce effective and safe products. “

 

Platinum Sponsor

Featured Speakers

Dr. Namandjé Bumpus

Chief Scientist

Office of the Chief Scientist, FDA

Dr. Namandjé Bumpus

Dr. Linda Katz, M.D., M.P.H.

Director

Office of Cosmetics & Colors, FDA

Dr. Linda Katz, M.D., M.P.H.

Julie Barrows , Ph.D

Marti Myrick-Sullivan

Branch Chief

FDA

Marti Myrick-Sullivan

Valerie George

President

Simply Formulas

Valerie George

Liz Johnson

Associate

Beveridge & Diamond

Liz Johnson

Richard Kingston

President, Regulatory and Scientifics Affairs and Co-Founder

SafetyCall

Richard Kingston

Katie Montgomery

VP Regulatory Affairs

Forma Brands

Katie Montgomery

Ronie Schmelz

Partner

K&L Gates LLP

Ronie Schmelz

Matt Stearn

Dana Valencia

Sr. Director, QC & Regulatory Affairs

Jones Road Beauty

Dana Valencia

Karen Yarussi-King

President

Global Regulatory Associates

Karen Yarussi-King