What to know about new FDA requirements on cosmetics

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- It's estimated that Americans use 12 different cosmetic products a day. Those products contain dozens of unique ingredients that contain harmful chemicals.

President Joe Biden signed the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act, a law that takes effect next month.

It's the first significant update to cosmetics regulations in nearly 90 years.

Action News Anchor Vanessa Vasconcelos spoke with the president of a compliance organization to learn what it means for you.