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U.S. Regulatory Update: How to Anticipate Cosmetic Ingredient Bans in the EU — and Plan a Reformulation Strategy
This article explains how cosmetic ingredients are restricted in the EU. It also offers strategies to help global product developers anticipate bans, plan reformulations and stay compliant with evolving regulations.
Safety
Safety Alerts in Beauty: TPO Bans, Heat Styling and Nanoparticle Emissions, Soap and Sunscreen Recalls and More
SPF/Sun
EU Regulatory Update: A Reminder on Rules for Sunscreen Standards — Plus Two New Tests for SPF
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Regional
How the EU's Proposed Regulation Clean-up Benefits Cosmetic Companies
The draft proposal reportedly "responds to growing concerns in the cosmetics sector regarding the interpretive rigidity of the current legal framework and the obstacles it poses to innovation."
Sponsored
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Epionine® Bio is a liposoluble active ingredient acting on the skin-mind connection with clinically proven dual action: soothing skin while reducing stress and its impact, improving well-being, and meeting growing demand for holistic beauty solutions.
Safety
4 U.S. Bills Propose Ban on 18 Cosmetic Ingredients, Fill the MoCRA 'Gap'
This legislative effort reflects growing public interest in ingredient safety and environmental health.
Regional
Global Cosmetics Regulation in Flux: Policy Reforms, Recalls and Market Access Shifts
Reforms for cosmetics across the U.S., EU, UK and China are reshaping product safety, market access and compliance obligations.
Actives
Proposed SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act Gives U.S. Consumers New Hope for Better Sun Protection
The legislation was introduced to streamline the FDA's review process of the effectiveness and safety of new ingredients for nonprescription sunscreens.
Regional
Recent Global Recalls in Beauty: Mercury, Hydroquinone, Benzene and Bacteria Raise Red Flags
This report summarizes recent responses to acne treatments, shampoos and cosmetics cited for benzene and potential bacteria risks; plus a sweeping recall of 91 brands flagged in Jakarta for hazardous substances.
Natural/Sustainable
Taking Hair and Scalp Care to New Heights
This issue of
C&T
is at the forefront of hair/scalp science, exploring test methods, trends and innovations. It also revisits the fundamentals of formulating with ZnO, for mineral sunscreens, and presents an upcycled tea extract to counteract photodamage.
Regional
Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: Advertising Laws, Notifications, Halal Certification, Ingredient Restrictions and More
Regulatory updates in Asia-Pacific emphasize ingredient use, advertising standards, notification requirements and halal certification. The tightening of safety and quality standards reflects a focus on consumer protection and regulatory alignment.
Safety
Health Canada to Make Over its Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist: Additions, Revisions Proposed
This notice has been issued in advance of the official consultation; Health Canada will not be responding to feedback at this stage.
Safety
Regulation and Safety Update: Methylene Chloride in Nail Products, Europe on PFAS, U.S. Recall Alerts and Talc Settlement Setback
This roundup highlights recent headlines in cosmetic safety and regulations, including FDA alerts on banned substances in nail products and efforts in the EU and France to curb PFAS. Updates on talc and recalled products are also noted.
Regional
U.S. Trade Tariffs Raise Uncertainties for Beauty's Future — CTPA and PCPC Respond
President Trump's tariffs imposing a baseline of 10% on imports (up to 54% in some regions) are set to disrupt global industries, including beauty. Experts warn of higher costs for ingredients, reduced innovation and potential shifts in consumer behavior.
