Cosmetics
The TGA does not assess cosmetics unless they make therapeutic claims. The ingredients in cosmetics are regulated as industrial chemicals.
The TGA only assesses cosmetic products that make therapeutic claims.
Ingredients in cosmetic products, even those described as 'natural', are regulated as industrial chemicals under the Industrial Chemicals Act 2019 - external site, which is administered by the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS).
To make sure that these products are safe for consumers, workers and the environment, the Australian Government assesses the risks associated with cosmetic products and/or ingredients manufactured or imported into Australia.
To find out if the ingredients in your cosmetic product are regulated by AICIS please follow the process map provided by AICIS - external site.
There are certain products that are declared to be not therapeutic goods, these are listed Therapeutic Goods (Declared Goods) Order No.2 of 2019 - external site.
If your enquiry is regarding ingredients in personal care products that are not therapeutic goods then please contact AICIS - external site.
If your enquiry is regarding cosmetic product labelling or product safety then please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) - external site.
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Two nurses fined for allegedly importing unapproved cosmetic injectables
We have issued infringement notices for $13,656 to 2 registered nurses for allegedly importing unapproved cosmetic injectables and advertising prescription-only medicines. -
Nius Development Pty Ltd fined $26,640 for allegedly importing unapproved cosmetic injectable products
We have issued infringement notices for $26,640 to Nius Development Pty Ltd for the alleged unlawful import of unapproved cosmetic injectable products. -
Cosmetic injections checklist
Considering cosmetic injections? Complete this checklist first
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This fact sheet is for healthcare practitioners to help understand the rules surrounding importation of cosmetic injectables.