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Cosmetic advertising, labelling and ingredients On this page Advertising Marketing terms Labelling Ingredients Advertising Advertising may be a statement that promotes the sale of a product. The advertisement should clearly communicate the intended use of the cosmetic in a manner…

Use cosmetics safely Cosmetics are a part of just about everyone's life. Every day, most of us use products like soap, moisturizing creams, or shampoo. Most cosmetics are safe, but they can sometimes cause health problems, like allergic reactions and skin irritation. What is a…

What is a cosmetic? A "cosmetic" is any substance used to clean, improve or change the complexion, skin, hair, nails or teeth. Cosmetics include beauty preparations (make-up, perfume, skin cream, nail polish) and grooming aids (soap, shampoo, shaving cream, deodorant). Some…

Second-Hand Retailers and Requirements for Preparing and Maintaining Documents under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA) Under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA), retailers are required to prepare and maintain documents that include the name and address of…

Consumer Product Prohibitions and Regulations under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act Purpose The purpose of this document is to inform stakeholders and the Canadian public of the regulatory activities that were taken to ensure that all existing prohibitions and regulations…

Canada Consumer Product Safety Act: Protecting Consumers through Product Safety (PDF Version - 878 K) www.healthcanada.gc.ca/productsafety 1-866-662-0666 The purpose of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act is to protect the public by addressing or preventing dangers to human…

Canada Consumer Product Safety Act: Preparing and Maintaining Documents 2011 ISBN : 978-1-100-53355-1 Cat. No.: H128-1/11-657 HC Pub.: 110130 Under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act , anyone who manufactures, imports, advertises, sells or tests a consumer product must…

Canada Consumer Product Safety Act - Information for Retailers 2011 ISBN : 978-1-100-53427-5 Cat. No. : H128-1/11-658 HC Pub. : 110135 (PDF Version - 355 K) The purpose of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act is to protect the public by addressing or preventing dangers to human…

Canada Consumer Product Safety Act - Information for Direct Sellers (Suppliers and Independent Sales Contractors) 2012 (PDF Version - 594 K) This fact sheet is directed at those who sell consumer products, particularly small operators, where inventory typically comes from a…

Food safety Learn safety tips for all food types. Also find information to protect those who are vulnerable to food poisoning. Services and information Food safety education Health Canada's role in food safety education, and what resources are available to improve food safety…