The final SCCS Opinion on the safety of Thiomersal and Phenylmercuric salts as preservatives in cosmetic products was published on 10 February 2026, in its final version dated 2 February 2026 and identified as SCCS/1686/25. …
The Cosmetic Products Notification Portal (CPNP) is the mandatory electronic system used to notify cosmetic products before they are placed on the European Union market. However, registering a cosmetic product in the CPNP is not …
The Responsible Person for cosmetics is a central figure in the regulatory system for cosmetic products in the European Union. Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 establishes that cosmetic products may only be placed on the market …
The PIF (Product Information File) is one of the cornerstones of cosmetic regulatory compliance in the European Union. It is not just a simple administrative file kept somewhere in case an authority asks for it …
When someone checks the label of a cosmetic product, they usually find names such as Aqua, Glycerin, Tocopherol or Butyrospermum Parkii Butter instead of commercial names or simplified descriptions. That is not a branding choice. …
Cosmetic product stability is essential to ensure safety, performance, and regulatory compliance. In this context, two concepts often raise questions: PAO in cosmetics and the expiry date (also referred to as the minimum durability date). …
The placing of cosmetic product on the European Union market is subject to one of the most stringent regulatory frameworks worldwide. Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 establishes the obligations that manufacturers, importers, and responsible persons must …
What Is The CPSR And Why Is It Mandatory The CPSR (Cosmetic Product Safety Report) is the safety report required under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 for a cosmetic product to be legally placed on the …
The cosmetics regulation 2025 cycle in the EU has brought new bans, SCCS opinions, and restrictions that require urgent reformulation strategies. Between new bans, stricter restrictions, and updated scientific opinions from the Scientific Committee on …
The EU Cosmetics Regulation is rapidly evolving, driven by scientific progress, updated SCCS opinions, and increasing demands for transparency. The Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 remains the cornerstone of this framework, setting out strict requirements for …
