Who We Are

Based in Washington, D.C., the Personal Care Products Council is the leading national trade association representing the global cosmetic and personal care products industry. Founded in 1894, the Council's more than 600 member companies manufacture, distribute, and supply the vast majority of finished personal care products marketed in the U.S.  As the makers of a diverse range of products millions of consumers rely on everyday, from sunscreens, toothpaste and shampoo to moisturizer, lipstick and fragrance, personal care products companies are global leaders committed to product safety, quality and innovation.

Council News

New 14th Edition International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary & Handbook Now Available. Order online today.

The Truth About Children's Bath Products. Watch this important new video to learn the truth about the products you depend on for your family.

Show Us You Like Us. Visit the Safe Cosmetics Alliance on Facebook.

Sign the Petition. Join with the Safe Cosmetics Alliance to show your support of science-based legislation that will modernize and strengthen FDA oversight of personal care products.

Council News Release. Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel makes final conclusion on the safety of formaldehyde and methylene glycol. 

New Coalition Supports Science-Based Legislation. Safe Cosmetics Alliance conveys the cosmetics industry's commitment to maintaining its high safety standards by advocating that laws keep pace with science and technology. 

Break Through the Noise. The third video in this online series demonstrates some of the ways cosmetic companies are working toward a more sustainable environment.