India’s cosmetics and skincare industry is one of the fastest-growing segments in the consumer goods market, driven by rising disposable incomes, beauty consciousness, e-commerce platforms, and the growth of direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands. With global players entering the market and Indian brands expanding internationally, the sector presents significant opportunities—but it is also governed by stringent product safety, labeling, and marketing regulations.
Our Cosmetics & Skincare Practice helps legacy beauty brands, D2C startups, manufacturers, and distributors navigate this regulatory landscape. From product classification and approvals to labeling compliance, marketing campaigns, and cross-border trade, we provide comprehensive support across the product lifecycle.
We advise clients across the beauty, skincare, personal care, and wellness segments, including cosmetics manufacturers, e-commerce brands, international exporters, and distribution chains. Our lawyers combine expertise in regulatory law, consumer protection, IP, and advertising standards to deliver solutions that safeguard brand reputation and ensure compliance.
Regulation of manufacture, import, labeling, and sale of cosmetics.
Quality standards and mandatory certification for select cosmetics.
Cross-border trade, import/export of cosmetics and skincare products.
Advertising standards and influencer marketing compliance.
Packaging and labeling requirements, including weights and measures.
Product liability, misleading claims, and consumer grievances.
Packaging, EPR obligations, and sustainability compliance.
Data privacy for e-commerce-driven beauty platforms.
Registration of imported cosmetics and compliance with Cosmetics Rules.
For nutraceutical-based skincare/cosmetic crossover products.
Import/export licensing.
Product certification and quality standards.
Enforcement of labeling norms.
Review of promotional campaigns and endorsements.
Ensuring compliance under Cosmetics Rules, Legal Metrology, and BIS standards.
Structuring distribution agreements, shelf-life regulations, and promotional compliance.
Safeguarding trademarks, packaging, and trade dress against counterfeiting.
Representation in consumer complaints, regulatory actions, and IP infringement cases.
Registration with CDSCO, global certifications, and DGFT compliance.
Drafting agreements for contract manufacturing, white-label, and D2C models.
Advisory on ASCI standards, endorsements, and consumer claims.
Compliance for eco-friendly packaging and waste management.