TIME Highlights Talc in the Spotlight Amid Safety Concerns
TIME article on talc risks; EU moving to ban talc cosmetics
A July 2025 TIME feature highlights growing scrutiny around talc—especially amid litigation and consumer concerns. While past FDA testing (2021–2023) found no asbestos in ~150 cosmetic samples, testing has been inconsistent. The article notes that EU regulators aim to ban talc in cosmetics by 2027, and experts encourage the use of safer alternatives like cornstarch, urging consumers to check product ingredients carefully.
