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California Bill Would Keep Children From Buying Adult Skin-Care Products

More youngsters are buying unneeded products with harsh anti-aging ingredients because of advertising and social media influencers.
California Bill Would Keep Children From Buying Adult Skin-Care Products
Young people with their phones in New York City on June 10, 2024. A California bill would prohibit minors from buying adult skin-care products. Samira Bouaou/The Epoch Times
Jill McLaughlin
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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.

Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.