Cosmetics
Definition
means (under section 9 of the Industrial Chemicals Act 2019):
- a substance or preparation intended for placement in contact with any external part of the human body, including:
- the mucous membranes of the oral cavity; and
- the teeth with a view to:
- altering the odours of the body; or
- changing its appearance; or
- cleansing it; or
- maintaining it in good condition; or
- perfuming it; or
- protecting it; or
- a substance or preparation prescribed by the rules for the purposes of this paragraph but does not include:
- a therapeutic good within the meaning of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989; or
- a substance or preparation prescribed by the rules for the purposes of this paragraph.
Note: An ingredient or component of a cosmetic could be an industrial chemical.
Examples of cosmetics
Body, bath and personal care products
- soap
- shampoo and conditioner
- 'bath bombs'
- hair dye
- perfume and body fragrance spray
- nail polish
- deodorant
Eye make up
- mascara
- eyeshadow
- eyeliner
- eyebrow pencils and gels
Face and body make up
- blush
- bronzer
- foundation
- concealer
- primer
Skincare products
- moisturiser
- body lotion
- eye cream
- face cream
- masks
Lip products
- lipstick
- lip balm
- lip gloss