About CIR

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) studies individual chemical compounds as they are used in cosmetic products.  CIR relies heavily on the International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) when identifying the ingredients to be assessed.

Find Ingredient Reviews

The panel books presented to the Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety contain safety assessments and other materials related to the ingredient or ingredients being considered.

40 Years of CIR

For 40 years the Cosmetic Ingredient Review has worked with FDA, the cosmetics industry, and consumers to help keep cosmetics safe.

Upcoming panel meetings

176th Expert Panel Meeting
Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 16, 2026
Washington

Most Recent Panel Meeting

175th Expert Panel Meeting
Mar 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026

555 13th Street, NW
Suite 300W
Washington, DC 20004

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