Ep. 54- “MoCRA & Must-Know Regulations for Beauty Brands in 2026” with Mo Lovelace, Cosmetic Regulatory Affairs Professional and CEO at Steinberg & Associates, Inc.

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse,Megan Young Gamble talks with regulatory specialist Mo Lovelace , co-CEO of Steinberg & Associates, about the evolving landscape of cosmetic product regulations. They discuss the impact of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MOCRA), which now mandates FDA registration for both products and manufacturing facilities, no matter the brand size. Mo Lovelace breaks down responsibilities brands have for reporting adverse events, labeling compliance, and the significance of ingredient bans at both federal and state levels (especially California’s new requirements). The conversation emphasizes the importance of regulatory specialists in product development, best practices around documentation, and how brands, big or small, should prioritize compliance to prevent costly mistakes. Plus, there’s practical advice on substantiating marketing claims and tips for surviving regulatory changes in 2026. The episode wraps with a fun rapid-fire round exploring Mo Lovelace’s passion for tennis and family life.

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[Powerhouse Guest Mo’s LINKS]

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moyin-lovelace-2743a792/
• Company Website : https://www.steinbergandassociates.com
• Email Address:  mo@steinbergandassociates.com

Additional Resource links: 

• Sustainable Packaging Coalition: https://sustainablepackaging.org/
• Circular Action Alliance: https://circularactionalliance.org/
• Independent Beauty Association (IBA): https://independentbeauty.org/ 

Quotes:

• An ounce of prevention will save you a whole lot of money at the other end.
• From the FDA and FTC standpoint, your claims should always be truthful and not misleading.
• I don’t want my brands to launch products out here and they’re not compliant.
• Clean does not mean safe
• You should be starting now, because as your brand grows, you already understand what compliance looks like.
• Conquer the US first, build your business here, and then look into going elsewhere.
• The stronger your claims are, the stronger your data to support that claim should be.