New Sunscreen Regulations: What You Need to Know
The new labeling requirements should be the main focus of your attention. Once the regulations take effect, all packaging must reflect the new information in order to avoid fines. As a result, the space available for client's artwork may be affected.
"The new guidelines will definitely impact product labels and imprint areas," Perdue said. "If a sunscreen has the required standard testing to state water-resistant claims, it will now have to list the amount of time the product remains effective while swimming or sweating. That is additional lines of text for the front label. The back panels will be impacted as well because if a sunscreen is not water-resistant, it must include a direction instructing consumers to use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating."
- Companies:
- Leashables by OraLabs
- SnugZ USA
Kyle A. Richardson is the editorial director of Promo Marketing. He joined the company in 2006 brings more than a decade of publishing, marketing and media experience to the magazine. If you see him, buy him a drink.