FDA Cosmetics Regulations Workshop - IBA: Independent Beauty Association

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.

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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 PT	Opening	Don Frey Elizabeth Corrigan
12:15-1:15 pm ET \| 9:15-10:15 am PT	FDA Inspections – What to Expect From a Visit From the FDA	Marti Myrick-Sullivan Moderator: Craig Weiss
1:15 – 1:30 pm ET \| 10:15-10:30 am PT	BREAK
1:30-2:30 pm ET \| 10:30-11:30 am PT	KEYNOTE: FDA Office of Colors and Cosmetics: MoCRA Implementation and Agency Priorities Updates	Dr. Linda Katz Moderator: Don Frey
2:30-2:45 pm ET \| 11:30- 11:45 am PT	BREAK	Sponsored by Registrar Corp
2:45-3:45 pm ET \| 11:45 am- 12:45 pm PT	U.S. FDA Regulation of Color Additives in Cosmetics	Julie Barrows, Ph.D. Karen Yarussi-King
3:45-4 pm ET \| 12:45-1 pm PT	BREAK	Sponsored by IRI-Sys
4:00-5:00 pm ET \| 1:00-2:00 pm PT	Roundtable with FDA’s Chief Scientist	Dr. Namandjé Bumpus Moderator: Don Frey
5:00-5:15 pm ET \| 2:00-2:15 pm PT	Closing Remarks	Don FreyCraig Weiss Karen Yarussi-King

Day Two | September 21

12-12:15 pm ET \| 9:00-9:15 am PT	Opening	Don Frey
12:15-1:15 pm ET \| 9:15-10:15 am PT	Myth 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 PT	BREAK	Sponsored by NSF
1:30-2:30 pm ET \| 10:30-11:30 am PT	MoCRA: Cosmetic Adverse Event Reporting	Richard Kingston Moderator: Dan Kolhoff
2:30-2:45 pm ET \| 11:30- 11:45 am PT	BREAK	Sponsored by SafetyCall
2:45-3:45 pm ET \| 11:45 am- 12:45 pm PT	U.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 PT	BREAK
4:00-5:00 pm ET \| 1:00-2:00 pm PT	MoCRA: 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 PT	Closing Remarks	Don 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. “

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