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April regulatory roundup
SCCS Preliminary Opinion on Benzophenone-2 and Benzophenone-5 The SCCS has published its preliminary Opinion on Benzophenone-2 (BP-2) and Benzophenone-5 (BP-5),…
Understanding OTC Regulations in the U.S. and Their Relationship with Cosmetics
The global cosmetics and personal care industry functions within a diverse regulatory landscape, with significant…
France Raises Red Flag on Hair Straighteners Containing Glyoxylic Acid
On 23 January 2025, the French National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health &…
March regulatory roundup
UK UK REACH Fee Changes Effective April 2025 The UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE)…
February regulatory roundup
EU France Officially Bans PFAS in Cosmetics On February 20, 2025, the French National Assembly officially adopted a…
Navigating 2025 EU Cosmetic Regulations: Key Deadlines and Compliance Strategies
The year 2025 will significantly change the European cosmetics industry due to new compliance deadlines…
Talc Classified as Carcinogen 1B: Implications for the Cosmetic Industry
Talc has long been a staple in the cosmetic industry, valued for its soft texture,…
January regulatory roundup
EU EU Proposes New Classifications for Key Ingredients The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has proposed harmonized…
USA cosmetics state legislations
In addition to tracking the Federal Regulations governing cosmetics and MoCRA, overseen by the FDA,…
December regulatory roundup
EU NEWS New EU Restrictions on Triclocarban and Triclosan in Cosmetics Effective 31 December 2024, Regulation…
FDA Proposes New Rule on Testing of Asbestos in Cosmetic Products Containing Talc
On December 26, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration took a major step toward better…
Spain new labelling requirement
Spain is introducing updated packaging regulations under Royal Decree 1055/2022, which will take effect on…
November regulatory roundup
EU NEWS Key Updates on EU Regulation 2024/2865 for the Cosmetics Industry The European Union…
UK Moves to Ban Plastic-Containing Wet Wipes
The United Kingdom is spearheading a monumental change in its environmental policy by initiating a…
October regulatory roundup
EU NEWS Styralyl Alcohol Evaluation Results Released: Potential Health Impacts for Cosmetic Use On October…