Private company
Cosmetic Ingredient Review
Company founded in 19761
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), based in Washington, D.C., assesses and reviews the safety of ingredients in cosmetics and publishes the results in peer-reviewed scientific literature. The company was established in 1976 by the Personal Care Products Council (then called the Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association), with support of the Food and Drug Administration and the Consumer Federation of America.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
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The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), based in Washington, D.C., assesses and reviews the safety of ingredients in cosmetics and publishes the results in peer-reviewed scientific literature. The company was established in 1976 by the Personal Care Products Council (then called the Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association), with support of the Food and Drug Administration and the Consumer Federation of America.2
Leadership
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Board members and other officers (1)
- Board memberBart Heldreth 2010 to now1
Timeline
- 1976Founded Founded1
Links
- WikipediaCosmetic Ingredient Review
- WikidataQ17084708
Sources
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