The SCCS has published the preliminary conclusions of the scientific advice on the safety of HC Yellow No. 16 (B123). HC Yellow 16, an ingredient used in oxidative and non-oxidising hair dye formulations In March 2024, the SCCS opinion is requested on the safety of...
The SCCS has published the conclusions of the preliminary opinion on the safety of Biphenyl-2-ol and Sodium 2-biphenylolate. The ingredient o-Phenylphenol (Biphenyl-2-ol; 2-phenylphenol; 2-hydroxybiphenyl) with CAS 90-43-7, is used in cosmetics as a preservative. It...
The SCCS has published the conclusions of the preliminary opinion on the safety of Hexyl Salicylate. The ingredient Hexyl Salicylate (CAS/EC No. 6259-76-3/228-408-6) has been subject to different evaluations. It is classified as ‘Toxic for reproduction Category 2;...
On 16 and 17 July 2024, the SCCS Cosmetic Ingredients Working Group met. The following items were discussed at this meeting: Draft opinions: Biphenyl-2-ol and Sodium 2-biphenylolate (o-Phenylphenol) - CMR exemption Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (EHMC-WTO) Salicylic acid...
The SCCS final opinion on Silver as a cosmetic ingredient has been published. Following the publication of the preliminary opinion, the final conclusions of the SCCS on Silver have been made public. Based on the available information, and taking into account the...