The article challenges the widespread belief that the FDA oversees all personal care products, highlighting significant gaps in regulation. It explains that while some items like Class III medical devices undergo strict FDA approval processes, the majority of cosmetics and wellness products have minimal oversight since laws haven't been updated since 1938. The article clarifies the meaning of terms like "FDA-approved" and "FDA-cleared," emphasizing the importance of understanding the differences for informed consumer choices.
Many of us assume that the US Food and Drug Administration approves all of our personal care products, yet most are least regulated and outdated since 1938.
FDA approval applies to Class III medical devices and prescription drugs, involving a rigorous five-step process that can take over a decade for completion.
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