Halloween Safety Tips & Reminders

All information is  from FDA.gov

Shared 10/30/24

Halloween is a wonderful holiday for the community to celebrate with neighbors going door-to-door for tricks and treats! As we break out this year’s costumes and make-up here are some tips & tricks from the FDA for a safe trick-or-treat experience wherever you go!

General Safety Tips:

  • Look for costumes that say “flame resistant”
  • Wear bright/ reflective costumes – or add reflective strips
  • Do not wear costumes that obscure your vision
  • Test make-up TODAY (at least 24 – 48 hours prior) on the arm of the person who will be wearing it – monitor for any signs of irritation
  • Check the FDA’s list of approved additives for vibrant make-up colors

Safe Treats:

  • Hold-off on treats until you get home and they have been inspected
  • Eat a snack (or dinner) before going out to avoid munching on candies
  • check treats for food allergies
  • be mindful of any choking hazards
  • Throw out any suspicious looking items

Eye Safety:

The FDA & eye care professionals discourage the use of non-prescribed decorative colored contact lenses. According to the FDA it is illegal to sell decorative lenses without a prescription, yet they can still be found in shops and online. Color changing contact lenses you can find at costume stores, or online without a prescription have not been approved by the FDA for safety and in worse case scenarios lead to significant injuries including blindness.

Be safe this spooky season, and have fun out there!

All information above is from the FDA article “Halloween Safety Tips: Costumes, Candy and Colored Contact Lenses” (Oct, 2023) To see the entire article from the FDA click here.

Works Cited:

“Halloween Safety Tips: Costumes, Candy, and Colored Contact Lenses.” U.S. Food and Drug Administration, FDA, 19 Oct. 2023, www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/halloween-safety-tips-costumes-candy-and-colored-contact-lenses.

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