Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act Toolkit

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• Heads up: It’s time to toss restricted products – deadline Dec. 31, 2025
• Friendly reminder: Chemical restrictions + what it means for you

Draft Message – Short

Hi everyone,

Just a quick heads-up: Washington’s cosmetics law restricting nine harmful chemicals and chemical classes took effect Jan. 1, 2025. The sell-through period for older stock ends Dec. 31, 2025. That means any products bought before this year must be used up or disposed of by Dec. 31, 2025.

Check with your suppliers to make sure what you’re using now is compliant and ask for documentation if possible. For questions, you can reach out to Ecology at ToxicFreeCosmetics@ecy.wa.gov.

Let’s keep each other informed and our clients safe.

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Draft Message – Long

Hi team/partners/salon,

I want to make sure everyone’s aware of Washington’s new cosmetics law that restricts nine harmful chemicals and chemical classes. The rule went into effect January 1, 2025, and the one-year sell-through period for products we already had in stock ends December 31, 2025.

That means any older products we purchased before this year either need to be used up by the end of December or safely disposed of.

Here are a few things we should all keep in mind:

1. Use or dispose of old stock: Make sure older products are gone by the end of the year. ([link to salon video, disposal guide])
2. Double-check our product lines: Ask suppliers if products still contain any of the restricted chemicals. If they do, look into alternatives.
3. Get it in writing: If possible, request a compliance statement from our distributors or manufacturers.
4. Ask questions if you’re unsure: We can always reach out directly to Ecology at ToxicFreeCosmetics@ecy.wa.gov.

We’re all making these adjustments together, and sharing this info helps keep our clients safe and our businesses in compliance.

Thanks for your part in keeping our work and community healthier!

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Self-care shouldn’t come with side effects. The good news? Washington’s new cosmetics law protects stylists and clients by restricting 9 harmful chemicals and chemical classes.

Here's what we're doing to make our products safer:

✔️ Double-checking products with our suppliers

✔️ Phasing out any products that contain these chemicals (before December 31, 2025!)

✔️ Asking suppliers for safer alternatives

✔️ Sharing this info with other stylists and salons in Washington

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Friendly reminder for Washington stylists and salons:
The cosmetics law restricting nine harmful chemicals and chemical classes went into effect in January 2025. The sell-through period for older stock ends December 31, 2025.

Now is the time to:

✔️ Double-check your products with suppliers

✔️ Ask suppliers for compliance statements and safer alternatives

✔️ Share this info with your colleagues in Washington

Working together, we can protect our clients’ health. Reach out to ToxicFreeCosmetics@ecy.wa.gov for help more information.

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Harmful chemicals in cosmetics are SO last year 💅 That's why Washington’s new cosmetics law protects stylists and clients by restricting 9 harmful chemicals and chemical classes.

We're leaving toxic chemicals behind and making our products safer by:

✔️ Double-checking products with our suppliers

✔️ Phasing out any products that contain these chemicals (before December 31, 2025!)

✔️ Asking suppliers for safer alternatives

✔️ Sharing this info with other stylists and salons in Washington

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• Washington State sell-through deadline and guidance
• Reminder: Washington’s cosmetics law – action needed before Dec. 31, 2025
• Reminder: Washington’s chemical restrictions in cosmetic products
• Action needed: Sell-through deadline and compliance steps for Washington’s cosmetics law

Draft Message

Hello supply chain partners,

As you may know, Washington State restrictions on nine chemicals and chemical classes took effect on January 1, 2025. The law included a one-year sell-through period for existing stock sold by in-state retailers. That period ends on December 31, 2025.

The Department of Ecology implements this law and is committed to helping you stay in compliance. With only a short time left in the year, please take the following steps:

1. Retailers in Washington: Sell through your stock by December 31, 2025, or properly dispose of it. ([link to disposal guide], possibly link to Salon video on YouTube.)
2. Verify your supply chain: Contact your suppliers to ensure the products you sell in Washington no longer contain any of the restricted chemicals or chemical classes. If a product does, ask about safer alternatives.
3. Request documentation: Where possible, obtain a manufacturer or distributor attestation of compliance.
4. Ask questions: For guidance or clarification, email ToxicFreeCosmetics@ecy.wa.gov. Ecology is committed to helping with technical guidance.

Thank you for your partnership in protecting Washington’s consumers and environment.

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🚨 Deadline Alert: Washington’s sell-through period for restricted chemicals in cosmetics ends Dec. 31, 2025! Retailers, sell your existing stock or dispose responsibly. Need help? Email ToxicFreeCosmetics@ecy.wa.gov or visit Cosmetic Product Disposal for Retailers and Distributors

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Attention Washington retailers! ⏰ The deadline to sell cosmetics with restricted chemicals is approaching fast—December 31, 2025. Ensure compliance by verifying with your supply chain and requesting compliance documentation. For questions, email ToxicFreeCosmetics@ecy.wa.gov or visit Cosmetic Product Disposal for Retailers and Distributors

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Reminder for our supply chain partners: Washington state’s chemical restrictions in cosmetics require action before December 31, 2025. Confirm your products comply, seek safer alternatives, and ensure proper documentation. Questions? reach out to ToxicFreeCosmetics@ecy.wa.gov or visit Cosmetic Product Disposal for Retailers and Distributors

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🧼 Washington retailers, the clock is ticking! Washington’s sell-through period for restricted chemicals in cosmetics ends Dec. 31, 2025. Read the Cosmetic Product Disposal for Retailers and Distributors for more help. 🌱 Let’s keep Washington safe and beautiful!