Regulation (EU) 2026/78, recently published by the European Commission, represents a new amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. This modification is part of Omnibus VIII, in line with Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) …
EN 1275 is a fundamental European standard for the evaluation of the fungicidal and yeasticidal activity of chemical antiseptics and disinfectants. It is a quantitative suspension test designed to demonstrate the efficacy of a product …
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 …
EN 14476 is the European reference standard for the evaluation of the virucidal activity of chemical antiseptics and disinfectants intended for human, medical, and institutional hygiene. Its relevance has increased significantly in recent years due …
The safety of a cosmetic product is non-negotiable. Before reaching the market, every formulation must undergo a rigorous scientific assessment designed to ensure that it is safe for consumers under normal and reasonably foreseeable conditions …
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 EN 16615:2015 standard is one of the most relevant European methods for assessing the efficacy of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics used in the medical area, particularly those applied through impregnated wipes. Unlike traditional suspension …
Nonconformities management is essential to technical excellence. Technical excellence is not only measured by the precision of results but also by the ability to detect, analyze, and correct deviations that may arise during operations. Within …
In the field of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics, the EN 13704:2018 standard is the key European reference for evaluating sporicidal activity — the ability of disinfectants to inactivate highly resistant bacterial spores. Developed by the …
Tea Tree Oil (TTO; INCI: Melaleuca alternifolia Leaf Oil) is a natural ingredient widely used in cosmetics for its antimicrobial, purifying, and soothing properties. Commonly incorporated into facial care products, shampoos, shower gels, and acne-prone …
