Rep. Pallone Has Cosmetics Concerns, Possibly Coming To A Storefront Near You

Standing in front of a Claire's store in his home state, the New Jersey Democrat asked FDA Feb. 2 to investigate reports of asbestos-contaminated children's makeup products and provide a briefing on the issue and broader cosmetic safety concerns by Feb. 22.

Rep. Frank Pallone, D-N.J., is asking FDA to investigate the issue of hazardous impurities in children's cosmetics, including reports of asbestos-tainted makeup from specialty retailer brands, and to address broader concerns about imported cosmetic risks.

The Congressman set up camp in front of a Claire's store in Sea Girt, N.J., for a Feb. 2 press...

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