February 8, 2024. REACH refers to Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 on the registration, evaluation, authorization, and…
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Ingredients in the spotlight: Octocrylene
January 22, 2024. Octocrylene (CAS 6197-30-4) is an organic UV filter used in cosmetic products…
Ingredients in the spotlight: silicones D4, D5, and D6
November 21, 2023. Silicones in cosmetic products have several functions, such as hair and skin…
Regulatory requirements for cosmetics in Switzerland — Differences with the European Union
November 13, 2023. Switzerland is geographically in Europe but is not a member of the…
France — National requirements for cosmetic products
October 2, 2023. Here is an overview of the national requirements for cosmetic products sold…
Ingredients in the spotlight: Cannabidiol (CBD)
September 15, 2023. There is an ongoing call for data on the safety of Cannabidiol…
Ingredients in the spotlight: Retinol and its derivatives
July 24, 2023 – A popular cosmetic ingredient commonly known as ‘Vitamin A’ comprises a…
How to substantiate cosmetic claims?
June 7, 2023 – Claims are used in all types of cosmetic products. They are…
Q&A on the regulatory requirements to sell cosmetic products in Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland
May 16, 2023 – The European Economic Area (EEA) agreement extends the principle of free…
Is your product a cosmetic in the United States? The regulatory definition
April 12, 2023 – The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act is the main…