cosmetics

Final opinion on the safety of dihydroxyacetone (DHA)

The European Commission’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has adopted its opinion on the use of dihydroxyacetone (DHA) in cosmetic products. The final opinion was published on 9 March 2020. Dihydroxyacetone is currently not regulated under the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 but based on the available data on the safety of this substance, the SCCS …

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Stability and Compatibility Testing of Cosmetic Products

Cosmetic Stability and Compatibility Testing The primary objective of conducting stability testing for a finished cosmetic product is to make sure that no detrimental changes in its intended physical, chemical and microbiological properties, as well as its safety and functional performance, occur during handling, transport and storage under appropriate conditions. Compatibility test is likewise carried out …

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