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French Officials To Assess the Safety of Cosmetics

To evaluate the risks posed by cosmetics during pregnancy and for children.

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By: TOM BRANNA

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France’s health minister will evaluate the health risks for cosmetics used by children and pregnant women, and may introduce a logo for products that are considered toxic to reproduction. During a conference on Tuesday, Roselyne Bachelot said she is instructing government agencies to research the toxicity of certain chemical substances, particularly with respect to reproductive issues. AFSSAPS, or the French Health Products Safety Agency, will evaluate the risks posed by cosmetics during preg...

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