In order to meet the needs of administrative licensing for cosmetics, intensify supervision on the naming of cosmetics, ensure scientific and standardized naming of cosmetics, and protect the rights and interests of consumers, the State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) formulated and issued Requirements on Naming of Cosmetics and Guide to the Naming of Cosmetics in accordance with Regulations concerning the Hygiene Supervision over Cosmetics along with its Detailed Rules.
The main content includes nomenclature principles, composition of a cosmetic product name, and prohibited information in names as well as other related requirements. The regulation consists of 14 articles and an annex.