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Understanding the Regulation of Cosmetic Ingredients in Europe: 5 Key Facts

The regulation of cosmetic ingredients in the European Union (EU) is stringent and designed to ensure consumer safety. Cosmetic ingredients are regulated under the EU Cosmetic Product Regulation EU 1223/2009, where ingredients of concern are categorized as prohibited, restricted, or authorized substances, primarily outlined in Annexes II to VI.

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EU Green Claims Directive and Its Impact on the Cosmetics Industry

Green, eco-friendly, sustainable—these are common claims on many consumer goods. However, the European Commission found that 40% of these environmental claims were unsubstantiated. To combat this, the European Commission established Directive 2024/825, often referred to as the Green Claims Directive or more recently, the Misleading Claims Directive. This directive aims to fight greenwashing and misleading environmental claims, significantly impacting the cosmetics industry.

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9/11/2024

Understanding the Regulation of Cosmetic Ingredients in Europe: 5 Key Facts

The regulation of cosmetic ingredients in the European Union (EU) is stringent and designed to ensure consumer safety. Cosmetic ingredients are regulated under the EU Cosmetic Product Regulation EU 1223/2009, where ingredients of concern are categorized as prohibited, restricted, or authorized substances, primarily outlined in Annexes II to VI.
Cosmetics
8/8/2024

EU Green Claims Directive and Its Impact on the Cosmetics Industry

Green, eco-friendly, sustainable—these are common claims on many consumer goods. However, the European Commission found that 40% of these environmental claims were unsubstantiated. To combat this, the European Commission established Directive 2024/825, often referred to as the Green Claims Directive or more recently, the Misleading Claims Directive. This directive aims to fight greenwashing and misleading environmental claims, significantly impacting the cosmetics industry.
Cosmetics
7/23/2024

Global PFAS Regulations: Impact on the Cosmetic Industry

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a class of human-made chemicals used extensively since the 1950s due to their non-stick, water-repellent, and grease-resistant properties. Found in products ranging from cookware to firefighting foams and cosmetics, PFAS have recently been scrutinized for their persistence in the environment and potential health hazards, prompting new regulations across the globe.
Food Supplements
7/16/2024

Compl'Alim: How to Declare My Dietary Supplements in France? Teleicare Becomes Compl'Alim

Compl'Alim is a state-owned start-up sponsored by the DGAL, designed to replace the obsolete Teleicare system. Its aim is to improve the regulatory and notification process for food supplements, guaranteeing greater safety and transparency. By modernising the process, Compl'Alim improves the transparency and accessibility of data for professionals and consumers, with the aim of being fully operational by September 2024.
Cosmetics
7/11/2024

Global Regulations of Secondary Sunscreens: A Comparative Overview

Regulating sunscreen products has always been challenging, given their impact on consumers and their health. From a regulatory standpoint, a product's primary function determines the conditions it must meet to be placed on the market. As UV protection has become a standard, there is an abundance of cosmetic products displaying a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) on the market.

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Understanding the Regulation of Cosmetic Ingredients in Europe: 5 Key Facts
Global PFAS Regulations: Impact on the Cosmetic Industry
Compl'Alim: How to Declare My Dietary Supplements in France? Teleicare Becomes Compl'Alim
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