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HB 719

Relating to a manufacturer's disclosure of ingredients and toxic metals in lipstick and lip gloss.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Barbara Gervin-Hawkins

Texas would require lipstick and lip gloss manufacturers to disclose toxic metals and specified ingredients, giving consumers ingredient transparency for frequently-ingested cosmetics.

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Bill Summary · HB 719

Legislative bill overview

HB 719 would require manufacturers of lipstick and lip gloss sold in Texas to disclose the presence of certain ingredients and toxic metals in their products. The bill establishes labeling or disclosure requirements that would apply to cosmetic products containing specified substances of concern.

Why is this important

Consumers use lipstick and lip gloss regularly, and these products can be ingested through normal use. Several studies have detected heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and arsenic in commercial lip products at varying levels, raising health concerns particularly for frequent users and children. Mandatory disclosure would give Texas consumers information to make informed purchasing decisions and could incentivize manufacturers to reformulate products.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal vs. state authority: The FDA regulates cosmetics at the federal level; Texas imposing separate requirements could create compliance complexity and costs for manufacturers
  • Definition specificity: The bill's effectiveness depends on which ingredients and metal thresholds are defined as requiring disclosure—overly broad definitions could label safe products, while narrow ones may not capture genuine concerns
  • Industry compliance costs: Manufacturers may argue that reformulation and new testing/labeling requirements increase production costs, potentially raising consumer prices
  • Scientific thresholds: Debate over what metal concentration levels actually pose health risks and whether disclosure alone (without restrictions) adequately protects consumers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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