Illinois Restricts Cosmetic Ingredients Beginning July 1, 2028 - The National Law Review
Illinois will restrict certain cosmetic ingredients starting July 1, 2028, requiring businesses to review and adjust formulations.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Cosmetics & Personal-Care (MoCRA) space on August 4, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Cosmetic manufacturers, distributors, and retailers selling in Illinois, including indie brands, contract manufacturers, private-label makers, and importers. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: July 1, 2028. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Cosmetics & Personal-Care (MoCRA) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
New restrictions on cosmetic ingredients will take effect in Illinois on July 1, 2028.
Who it affects
Cosmetic manufacturers, distributors, and retailers selling in Illinois, including indie brands, contract manufacturers, private-label makers, and importers.
What you must do
Review current formulations for restricted ingredients and plan reformulations or substitutions before the effective date.
Deadline
July 1, 2028
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