Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is expected to sign into law the strongest regulations on toxic chemicals in beauty and personal care products in the country.
The Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act was passed through state legislatures last week. The bill, sponsored by Democrat state Rep. Sharlett Mena, would protect consumers from skin irritations and damage as a result of chemicals mixed into cosmetic products and contribute to regulations that would hold manufacturers responsible for making their cosmetics and personal care products safer for consumers to use.
The chemical ban on cosmetic and personal care products would include PFAS, phthalates, formaldehyde, and formaldehyde-releasing agents, according to the bill….