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Labels and claims

Cosmetic vs drug claims, ingredient lists, label terms, testing a product, and shelf life.

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Cosmetic vs drug claims

The claim sets the rules.

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Reading a moisturizer label

Order, Drug Facts, fragrance.

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Hypoallergenic and noncomedogenic, explained

Two label terms, explained.

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How to test a new moisturizer

One spot, seven to 10 days.

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Does moisturizer expire?

Shelf life and storage.

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The claim sets the rules.

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