Kohima: The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare has issued a formal warning to the public and aesthetic professionals regarding the improper use of cosmetic products. Officials highlighted that the administration of cosmetics through injectable preparations is a violation of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1940 and the Cosmetics Rules of 2020.
L Martemjen Longkumer, representing the controlling and licensing authority, clarified that cosmetics are legally defined as products meant solely for external application, such as being rubbed, poured, or sprayed on the body to cleanse or improve appearance. Because injectable products do not meet this definition, they are strictly prohibited for use by consumers, aesthetic clinics, or individual professionals. Furthermore, cosmetics are not permitted for use as medical treatments.
The regulatory body also cautioned against the use of restricted ingredients, many of which are identified as generally not recognized as safe by the Bureau of Indian Standards. The notice further warned against misleading labeling and the unauthorized tampering with original manufacturer markings on packaging. Authorities are urging the public to report any observed violations, including prohibited ingredient use or injectable applications, to the state licensing authority or via email at cosmetics@cdsco.nic.in.
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