Maryland Enacts Ingredient Restrictions for Cosmetics and Hair Care

Delsie Braganza

Delsie joined the Focal Point Research team in 2011 and has been an invaluable asset for our clients. With her strong regulatory and quality assurance background, she is able to help clients understand the Canadian and US requirements, set targets to achieve compliance, and attain their goals to get products to market.

Delsie is able to audit facilities, set up and maintain GMP compliant facilities, develop strong quality management systems, and co-ordinate successful Health Canada inspections. In addition to this, Delsie oversees all regulatory compliance reviews and submissions made to Health Canada and the US FDA.

Delsie obtained an Honours Bachelor of Science (Hons. B. Sc.) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of Toronto, Post-Graduate Certificate in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs and Quality Operations (RAQ) from Seneca College and Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) from the Regulatory Affairs Professional Society (RAPS).

When she’s not learning something new, Delsie loves spending time with family, going on road trips or long walks, and swimming.

Jennifer Porter, BA Psychology, MBA – President & CEO

Having started at Focal Point Research in 2011, Jenn has been fully engaged in the company and since day one, has leveraged her MBA and interest in the regulated products industries to grow her passion for the business and services offered.

Jenn has excelled at building on initial conversations with a variety of companies from all industries seeking regulatory and quality assurance services. She has developed strong relationships with each client, offering each one a unique opportunity to have the Focal Point Research team help them develop successful strategies and bring products to market, while ensuring their compliance needs are being fulfilled.

Jenn has not only been a leader internally, but a key contact for all clients and in 2021, Jenn was the obvious choice to lead Focal Point Research into the future as the successor to company founder, Rob Fichtner.

Jennifer balances her career by honouring her wanderlust, spending her leisure time golfing, and enjoying the outdoors with her loving dog.

On April 28, the Governor of Maryland signed into law MD HB 1533 and MD SB 656, officially enacting new ingredient restrictions for cosmetic and hair care products within the state.

Key Provisions of the Enacted Bills:

This legislation introduces strict regulatory requirements and robust enforcement mechanisms for the personal care industry:

The enacted bills prohibit the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cosmetic and hair care products in Maryland that intentionally contain lead and certain other harmful chemicals.

The Maryland Department of Health is now authorized to actively investigate complaints and enforce compliance with the new restrictions.

Violations of the law are considered unfair trade practices. Businesses found in violation may face significant civil damages, which can include treble and punitive damages in cases of willful non-compliance.

These new laws underscore the growing trend of state-level scrutiny regarding cosmetic ingredients, emphasizing the immediate need for rigorous formula and supply chain reviews to ensure compliance in the Maryland market.

To get your formulas reviewed and to ensure compliance, contact us today.

Delsie Braganza

Jennifer Porter, BA Psychology, MBA – President & CEO

Maryland Enacts Ingredient Restrictions for Cosmetics and Hair Care

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