A California lawmaker filed a bill Feb. 18 aimed at protecting children from cosmetics that can damage their skin.
Assembly Bill 728 would make it illegal to sell anti-aging, wrinkle-reducing, and brightening products to buyers under 18. Assemblyman Alex Lee (D-Milpitas), who introduced the measure, said the products are designed for adults and contain potent and harsh ingredients.
“Kids don’t need anti-aging products,” Lee said in a statement. “The beauty industry knows that, and some companies have acknowledged the issue. But their statements—absent real and meaningful action—are performative and fall short of responsible behavior.
“It’s time we take action, and my bill is a common-sense measure to protect kids,” he said….