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Media Contacts
Communications Team
(202) 297-1232
Tesia Williams
(202) 297-1232
Economic Impact Resources
The cosmetics and personal care products industry is a key driver of the U.S. economy and one of the major components of U.S. household spending.
Beauty that Drives Growth
The cosmetics and personal care products industry is a key driver of the U.S. economy and one of the major components of U.S. household spending.
U.S. Essentiality Fact Sheet
The $535.7 billion global cosmetics and personal care products industry is a staple of the U.S. economy, providing jobs and labor income and contributing to the gross domestic product.
Economic Impact Report 2024
As the nation navigates the complexities of a postpandemic world, the U.S. cosmetics and personal care products industry continues to thrive, embodying resilience, innovation and a steadfast commitment to social and environmental responsibility.
State Advocacy Resources
Millions of U.S. consumers across all demographics use cosmetics and personal care products that are essential to their well-being, hygiene and beauty routines. On average, people use about 6 to 12 personal care products daily, including skin care, hair care, cosmetics, fragrances and toiletries.
New York Fact Sheet
~$12 billion in labor income is generated by the cosmetics and personal care products industry,
California Fact Sheet
590,000+ jobs supported by the cosmetics and personal care products industry.
Texas Fact Sheet
~$25 billion is contributed to Texas’ state GDP by the global cosmetics and personal care products industry.
Year in Review
Our Year in Review reports capture the milestones, achievements, and transformative impact we’ve made over the past year. Built on our strategic pillars—advocating for meaningful change, fostering powerful partnerships, and strengthening industry-wide trust—these reports illustrate how PCPC has driven innovation, amplified advocacy, and delivered unparalleled value to our members
2024 Year in Review
2024 was an exciting and transformative year as we advanced industry priorities and drove positive change for cosmetics and personal care products companies, consumers, and the communities in which we live and work.
2023 Year in Review
PCPC continued to strive for a more beautiful and sustainable world. Thanks to our employees, member companies, sister associations and key partners who shared this goal.
2022 Year in Review
While the year was not without its challenges, PCPC and the beauty industry remained steadfast in our commitment to the well-being of our employees, our consumers and our communities.
Sustainability Reports
Our sustainability reports showcase our industry’s commitment to the responsible
management of environmental impacts, as well as economic and social value, and
highlights the innovative ways PCPC member companies have integrated sustainability
into their business practices.
2025 Sustainability Report
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2021 Sustainability Report
We remain committed to making tangible progress on serious issues like workforce opportunity, racial equity, climate change, and sustainable, responsible supply chains. Business as usual has changed for the world, and together, we can create a more diverse, equitable, inclusive and sustainable future.
2019 Sustainability Report
With the Personal Care Products Council’s (PCPC) first sustainability report, we aim to demonstrate industry’s commitment not only to ethical and transparent practices but also to the responsible management of our environmental impacts and economic and social value.
Sunscreen
Sun protection and sunscreens are critical to preventing skin cancer and premature skin aging. These products help protect consumers from the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. The best sunscreen is the one you will use again and again.
Sunscreen Fact Sheet
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., yet it’s also the most preventable. Unfortunately, misinformation about sun protection and sunscreen use continues to circulate on all social media platforms.
Sunscreen PSA Video
In the U.S., more people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year than all other cancers combined. Currently, less than 12 percent of U.S. adults use sunscreen daily. PCPC is dedicated to promoting the healthy lives and well-being of all.
Sunscreen Regulatory Fact Sheet
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved any new ultraviolet (UV) filters since 1999, despite the Sunscreen Innovation Act being enacted in 2014 to expedite the review and approval process for active ingredients to help skin protection from UV rays.
Brand Media
Find our brand logos and usage guidelines here.
Primary Logo
Use the the logo with full-color circles and black text. Ideal for light backgrounds to maintain strong contrast and legibility.
Secondary Logo
Use the logo with all-white circles and text. Designed for using dark backgrounds to ensure clear visibility and contrast. This will download with a transparent background.
Brand Guidelines
Includes PCPC’s brand logo, colors and typography usage directions.
