In this episode of Coffee N° 5, Lara chats with Marcha Isabelle Chaudry about the intersection of advocacy, branding, and law in the beauty industry. They explore the link between consumer advocacy and brand building, dive into the evolving standards of “clean” products, and discuss the impact of MoCRA legislation on beauty brands. Learn how regulations are shaping product development, why limiting your brand’s target audience can be risky, and how to navigate the complexities of compliance. Tune in for valuable insights on building sustainable, compliant beauty brands.

Partners Rebecca Dandeker and Rachel Raphael with Marcha Chaudry, Founder of the Equity & Wellness Collaborative, for a discussion on the ins and outs of adverse event recordkeeping and serious adverse event reporting under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA), from practical advice on how to navigate compliance obligations to critical considerations for companies seeking to protect themselves in the event of a lawsuit.

In this CEW article co-authored by Marcha Isabelle Chaudry and Rachel Raphael, they outline the significant changes on the horizon, including certain key MoCRA-related developments, each designed to safeguard consumer health, ensure product integrity, and align with international safety standards.

Is your beauty brand FDA MoCRA compliant? In this episode, we speak with Marcha Chaudry, an expert in cosmetic regulations and founder of The Equity Wellness Collaborative (EWC). Marcha explains how cosmetics companies, from startups to established brands, can become compliant with the FDA’s enforcement of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA). We also discuss the lack of representation within the beauty industry and funding opportunities for entrepreneurs from under-represented communities. Want to learn more about how Marcha can help your brand become complaint or get funding through grants? Check out the podcast below!

HBW Insight guest columnists Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, attorney and founder of The Equity and Wellness Collaborative, and Rachel Raphael, partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, offer preparation tips ahead of US FDA rulemaking. They outline why cosmetics companies should familiarize themselves with current good manufacturing practices standards, namely ISO 22716:2007 and NSF/ANSI 455-3-2021, and begin building out their quality programs accordingly.

This CEW article Co-Authored by Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, outlines key MoCRA requirements and changes to legal and regulatory responsibilities for cosmetic companies.

This publication, co-authored by Attorney Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, explains why companies should review all product labels and update them to include Responsible Person contact information. And the need to take stock of any noncompliant inventory and assess the practicability (and cost) of relabeling those products.

The Dietary Supplement Dilemma: Wellness for Whom?

By fostering inclusivity and advocating for regulation, we pave the way for a healthier, more equitable world—one where wellness is truly attainable and accessible for all.

Consulting Producer for Not So Pretty on HBO. Interviewed in 2 of the 4 episodes (skin and hair).

New Bill Will Help Close Significant Gaps in Menstrual & Intimate Care Product Safety.

In Racial Justice Victory, Johnson & Johnson to Pay $2B to Women in Asbestos-Laced Baby Powder Suit.

Black lives should matter in the medicine cabinet, too.

Talcum Powder Sales Shouldn’t Come At The Cost Of Women’s Lives.

L’Oréal lifts the lid on sustainability strategy.

Why your cosmetics don’t have to be tested for safety.

Woman makes powerful plea at House hearing on historic bill to regulate cosmetics, personal care products.

Testimony Delivered Before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health Hearing “Building Consumer Confidence by Empowering FDA to Improve Cosmetic Safety.”

In this CEW article co-authored by Marcha Isabelle Chaudry and Rachel Raphael, they outline the significant changes on the horizon, including certain key MoCRA-related developments, each designed to safeguard consumer health, ensure product integrity, and align with international safety standards.

HBW Insight guest columnists Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, attorney and founder of The Equity and Wellness Collaborative, and Rachel Raphael, partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, offer preparation tips ahead of US FDA rulemaking. They outline why cosmetics companies should familiarize themselves with current good manufacturing practices standards, namely ISO 22716:2007 and NSF/ANSI 455-3-2021, and begin building out their quality programs accordingly.

This CEW article Co-Authored by Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, outlines key MoCRA requirements and changes to legal and regulatory responsibilities for cosmetic companies.

This publication, co-authored by Attorney Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, explains why companies should review all product labels and update them to include Responsible Person contact information. And the need to take stock of any noncompliant inventory and assess the practicability (and cost) of relabeling those products.

The Dietary Supplement Dilemma: Wellness for Whom?

By fostering inclusivity and advocating for regulation, we pave the way for a healthier, more equitable world—one where wellness is truly attainable and accessible for all.

Consulting Producer for Not So Pretty on HBO. Interviewed in 2 of the 4 episodes (skin and hair).

New Bill Will Help Close Significant Gaps in Menstrual & Intimate Care Product Safety.

In Racial Justice Victory, Johnson & Johnson to Pay $2B to Women in Asbestos-Laced Baby Powder Suit.

Black lives should matter in the medicine cabinet, too.

Talcum Powder Sales Shouldn’t Come At The Cost Of Women’s Lives.

L’Oréal lifts the lid on sustainability strategy.

Why your cosmetics don’t have to be tested for safety.

Woman makes powerful plea at House hearing on historic bill to regulate cosmetics, personal care products.

Testimony Delivered Before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health Hearing “Building Consumer Confidence by Empowering FDA to Improve Cosmetic Safety.”

In this CEW article co-authored by Marcha Isabelle Chaudry and Rachel Raphael, they outline the significant changes on the horizon, including certain key MoCRA-related developments, each designed to safeguard consumer health, ensure product integrity, and align with international safety standards.

HBW Insight guest columnists Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, attorney and founder of The Equity and Wellness Collaborative, and Rachel Raphael, partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, offer preparation tips ahead of US FDA rulemaking. They outline why cosmetics companies should familiarize themselves with current good manufacturing practices standards, namely ISO 22716:2007 and NSF/ANSI 455-3-2021, and begin building out their quality programs accordingly.

This CEW article Co-Authored by Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, outlines key MoCRA requirements and changes to legal and regulatory responsibilities for cosmetic companies.

This publication, co-authored by Attorney Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, explains why companies should review all product labels and update them to include Responsible Person contact information. And the need to take stock of any noncompliant inventory and assess the practicability (and cost) of relabeling those products.

Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, Speaker: Crowell Moring Webinar.

The Dietary Supplement Dilemma: Wellness for Whom?

By fostering inclusivity and advocating for regulation, we pave the way for a healthier, more equitable world—one where wellness is truly attainable and accessible for all.

Consulting Producer for Not So Pretty on HBO. Interviewed in 2 of the 4 episodes (skin and hair).

New Bill Will Help Close Significant Gaps in Menstrual & Intimate Care Product Safety.

In Racial Justice Victory, Johnson & Johnson to Pay $2B to Women in Asbestos-Laced Baby Powder Suit.

Black lives should matter in the medicine cabinet, too.

Talcum Powder Sales Shouldn’t Come At The Cost Of Women’s Lives.

L’Oréal lifts the lid on sustainability strategy.

Why your cosmetics don’t have to be tested for safety.

Woman makes powerful plea at House hearing on historic bill to regulate cosmetics, personal care products.

Testimony Delivered Before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health Hearing “Building Consumer Confidence by Empowering FDA to Improve Cosmetic Safety.”