On 10 October 2026, a new compliance deadline for cosmetic products became applicable in the…
New SCCS final opinions on Acetophenone and Heliotropin
In October, the EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published final opinions on acetophenone…
Canada’s safety pledge for consumer products and cosmetics and marketplace accountability
In September 2023, Health Canada launched the Canadian Product Safety Pledge as part of its…
Great Britain’s SAG-CS adopts a different position from the EU on silver
On 21 August 2026, the Great Britain’s (GB) Scientific Advisory Group on Chemical Safety (SAG-CS)…
The European Commission amends the restrictions on silver in cosmetic products
On 30 July 2026, the European Commission notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a…
Patch test for cosmetic products: is it required?
While cosmetic products bring added value into our daily lives, sometimes an unexpected skin reaction…
Omnibus Act IX on CMRs and 3rd Omnibus on Ingredients – New ingredients banned in the EU from 1 February 2027
On 8 July 2026, the European Commission notified the WTO of an amendment to its…
California lists nail products containing TPhP as Priority Products
On 19 June, California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) finalised a regulation under the…
FDA updates sunscreen monograph with new UV filter
In June 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated the list of active…
Glyoxylic Acid: new SCCS mandate
On 4 May 2026, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published the mandate submitted…