Monthly Archives: August 2023

Community Education

PPKeystone is proud to bring sexual health education to the various communities we serve. Learn more about how you can bring PPKeystone to you! Seamos Honestos All of our education programs are also available in Spanish for organizations in Berks County. Our bilingual community health educators deliver sex education and information to adults, teens, and […]

Education  LGBTQ+ Youth Programs

Be seen. Be you. Our LGBTQ+ Groups are available in person and online! For meeting links and other info email us or DM us on Instagram. @thecurveyork @thespectrumreading, @pprainbowroom or @roy.g.biv.doylestown_ LGBTQ+ Programs Planned Parenthood is the nation’s largest provider of sex education. We work every day to ensure that you have somewhere to go to find the information, resources, […]

“Cosmeceutical”

Consumers and manufacturers sometimes have questions about the term “cosmeceutical.” The term “cosmeceutical” has no meaning under the law. While the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) does not recognize the term “cosmeceutical,” the cosmetic industry uses this word to refer to cosmetic products that have medicinal or drug-like benefits. A product can be a drug, a […]

“Hypoallergenic” Cosmetics

Hypoallergenic cosmetics are products that manufacturers claim produce fewer allergic reactions than other cosmetic products. Consumers with hypersensitive skin, and even those with “normal” skin, may be led to believe that these products will be gentler to their skin than non-hypoallergenic cosmetics. Hypoallergenic Cosmetics There are no Federal standards or definitions that govern the use […]

“Organic” Cosmetics

“Organic” Cosmetics The following information is intended to respond to some questions consumers and manufacturers commonly ask FDA about “organic” cosmetics. Does FDA have a definition for the term “organic”? No. FDA regulates cosmetics under the authority of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) and the Fair Packaging and Labeling ActExternal Link Disclaimer (FPLA). The term […]

Aromatherapy: Basic intro

A Basic Introduction to Aromatherapy You may see fragrance products, such as “essential oils,” marketed with “aromatherapy” claims that they will treat health problems or improve well-being. Who regulates these products, and how? Find answers here: What’s the “intended use”? Under the law, how “aromatherapy” products are regulated depends mainly on how they are intended […]

Soaps, Lotions & other cleansers: regulatory category

Should Soaps, Lotions & other cleansers may be regulated as cosmetics or as other product categories Lotions, soaps, and other cleansers may be regulated as cosmetics or as other product categories, depending on how they are intended to be used. Cleansing products, many of which are marketed as “soap,” may be cosmetics or drugs regulated […]

Drug Safety and Availability

Information for consumers and health professionals on new drug warnings and other safety information, drug label changes, and shortages of medically necessary drug products.  Drug Shortages External Link Disclaimer   External Link Disclaimer Drug Safety Communications Drug Safety-related Labeling Changes Drug Recalls Compounding Risk Alerts and Safety Information Drug Shortages For Industry Resources For You Drug Safety […]

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