Yesterday, June 24, 2024, the European Commission notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a…
Cosmetics Regulation
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Sunscreen focus: regulatory requirements in the European Union and United States
June 18, 2024. Sunscreens protect us from UV radiation and, therefore, are of the highest…
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Portugal – National requirements for cosmetics
May 23, 2024. Here is an overview of national requirements for cosmetics for Portugal. Before…
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REACH update: the European Union further restricts the use of silicones D5 and D6 in cosmetic products
Today, May 17, 2024, the Official Journal of the European Union published Commission Regulation (EU)…
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Ingredients in the spotlight: Talc
May 13, 2024. Recently there has been extensive media coverage of the use of Talc…
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BHT now restricted in the United Kingdom
April 8, 2024. On April 1, 2024, the UK issued a new Regulation restricting the…
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How cosmetic ingredients are regulated in the European Union and United States – Differences
April 2, 2024. When developing a cosmetic formulation is key to ensure the ingredients are…
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Status of the revision of the EU Cosmetics Regulation
March 11, 2024. As anticipated, the Green Deal and the EU chemicals strategy for sustainability…
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New entries in the Borderline Manual of Cosmetic Products: glues, adhesives, and magnetic eyeliners
February 22, 2024. On February 20, 2024, the European Commission published the updated version of…
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What is REACH? How horizontal legislation affects cosmetic products
February 8, 2024. REACH refers to Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 on the registration, evaluation, authorization, and…