On 16 July 2025, the European Commission notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a…
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The EU is banning new substances in cosmetics – Omnibus Act VIII
Today, 21 May 2025, the European Commission informed the World Trade Organization of the draft…
UK Bans 13 Additional CMR Chemicals in Cosmetics
On 3 October 2024, the United Kingdom notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a…
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)…
Upcoming restrictions for cosmetic substances in the United Kingdom
April 12, 2024. On 10 April 2024, the United Kingdom notified the World Trade Organization…
BHT now restricted in the United Kingdom
April 8, 2024. On April 1, 2024, the UK issued a new Regulation restricting the…
New ban and restrictions for certain nanomaterials for use in cosmetics
Today, March 15, 2024, the Official Journal of the European Union published Commission Regulation (EU)…
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…
Ingredients in the spotlight: Cannabidiol (CBD)
September 15, 2023. There is an ongoing call for data on the safety of Cannabidiol…