The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a strong warning stating that no cosmetic product is permitted to be administered through injections by consumers, professionals, or aesthetic clinics. The clarification comes amid rising concerns over the misuse of cosmetic substances in beauty and aesthetic treatments across the country.
According to the CDSCO, cosmetic products are strictly intended for external application and may only be “rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed” on the human body. The regulatory body emphasised that cosmetics are designed solely for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance of the body without affecting its internal structure or functions.
The government reiterated that the manufacture, import, sale, and distribution of cosmetics in India are governed under the provisions of the Cosmetics Rules, 2020. These rules lay down clear standards regarding ingredients, labelling, safety, and permissible usage of cosmetic products.
In its advisory, the CDSCO highlighted that the use of cosmetics through injections amounts to a violation of the law. It further warned that products containing prohibited ingredients, misleading claims on labels, or those marketed for therapeutic or treatment purposes also attract action under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and related rules.
Officials noted that several aesthetic clinics and beauty practitioners have increasingly been promoting injectable cosmetic procedures, often without adequate regulatory approvals or medical safeguards. The CDSCO stressed that cosmetics are fundamentally different from drugs or injectable medical products, and using them through invasive procedures can pose serious health risks to consumers.
Health experts have also expressed concern over unregulated aesthetic treatments, pointing out that injecting products not approved for such use can lead to severe allergic reactions, infections, tissue damage, and other complications. Authorities believe stricter monitoring and public awareness are necessary to curb unsafe practices in the rapidly expanding cosmetic and wellness industry.
The regulatory body urged consumers to exercise caution before undergoing cosmetic procedures and advised them to verify whether the products and treatments being offered are legally approved. It also called upon professionals and clinics to strictly adhere to the provisions of the Cosmetics Rules, 2020, and avoid misleading advertisements or unsafe practices.
The CDSCO’s warning is being viewed as part of a broader effort by the government to tighten oversight of the beauty and aesthetic sector, ensuring that consumer safety remains the top priority.
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