Abstract:

Amid the continuous expansion of the market for freckle-removing and skin-whitening cosmetics, coupled with growing consumer concern regarding product safety and efficacy, conducting a comparative analysis of domestic and international regulatory landscapes in this field not only helps to foster a deeper understanding of the regulatory characteristics and advantages of different countries and regions, but also provides valuable references for the standardized development of China’s freckle-removing and skin-whitening cosmetics industry. This paper selected countries or regions with advanced cosmetic manufacturing capacity and mature regulatory systems, such as the European Union, the United States, and Japan, as research objects. Using a systematic comparative research approach, this paper deeply analyzed the similarities and differences across key dimensions, such as regulatory frameworks, efficacy evaluation standards, and ingredient restriction/usage standards. At the same time, based on the current status and challenges of cosmetic and cosmetic-ingredient management in China, this paper analyzed challenges of regulatory linkage and technical barriers from multiple dimensions. Through comparative analysis, the findings indicate that there are significant differences in the regulation of freckle-removing and skin-whitening cosmetics among different countries and regions. Based on global regulatory trends and the practical realities of China’s industry, targeted suggestions are put forward to improve the system of raw material management, issue relevant guidance, and strengthen research into mechanisms of action, thereby facilitating the standardized development and quality improvement of the industry.

Key words: freckle-removing and skin-whitening cosmetics, regulatory status, efficacy evaluation, raw material management