Technical Guidelines for Research on Sunscreen Cosmetics (Trial)

The guideline specifies the technical requirements for the research and development of sunscreen cosmetics in China. It elaborates on the research on the mechanism of action, quality controllability, safety, efficacy, labeling, and claims. This guideline is applicable to cosmetic products intended to protect the skin and lips from specific UV damage.

Contents

I. Foreword

II. Scope

III. General Principles

IV. Main Contents

1. Research on Mechanism of Action

2. Research on Quality Controllability

3. Research on Safety

4. Research on Product Efficacy

5. Research on Labeling and Claims