The FDA has announced a proposed regulation to establish standardized testing methods aimed at detecting and identifying the presence of asbestos in cosmetic products containing talc. This measure seeks to enhance consumer safety and prevent exposure to this...
Legal Cosmetic Area
UK – Final Opinion Kojic Acid
Kojic Acid, recognized for its use in skincare products, will be restricted to a maximum concentration of 1% in products designed for the face and hands. This measure responds to the findings of the scientific evaluation carried out by the SAG-CS Group, which...
UK – Final Opinion on Octocrylene
The SAG-CS has issued its final opinion on the use of octocrylene in cosmetic products as a sunscreen and UV stabilizer.
UK – Final Opinion on Dihydroxyacetone
The SAG-CS has published its final opinion on the use of dihydroxyacetone in cosmetic products, such as UV-free tanning products and hair dyes.
UK – Final Opinion on Benzophenone-3
The SAG-CS has issued its final opinion on the use of benzophenone-3 in cosmetic products such as sunscreen and UV stabilizers.
France – “Biodegradable” claim
On May 31, 2024, the Council of State validated the ban on the use of the “biodegradable” claim after a cancellation of the application by the Federation of Responsible Hygiene and Maintenance (FHR) and the Federation of Beauty Companies (Febea). These federations...
USA – Guide for the industry
The FDA has published Guidance for Industry. This guide includes the compliance policy for the registration of cosmetic product facilities and the listing of cosmetic products. And, it aims to help: Owners or operators of cosmetic product facilities, who are subject...
UK – BHT Restriction
The UK Scientific Advisory Group on the Chemical Safety of Non-Food and Non-Medicinal Consumer Products (SAG-CS) has published the final opinion on the use of Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT). BHT is currently not subject to regulation under the UK Cosmetic Products...
UK – Kojic Acid Restriction
The UK Scientific Advisory Group on the Chemical Safety of Non-Food and Non-Medicinal Consumer Products (SAG-CS) has published the final opinion on the use of Kojic Acid. Kojic Acid is currently not subject to regulation under the UK Cosmetic Products Regulations....
UK – CLP Update
On October 23, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) of the United Kingdom Government published the update on its labeling and packaging (CLP) regulations. This UK body has updated the GB MCL (Mandatory Classification and Labelling) list for 98 chemical substances in...
USA – Labeling Guide
On October 13, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the SPL Implementation Guide. Following the presentation of the draft of this guide a few months ago in the context of MoCRA, the final version has now been published. This SLP (Structured Product...
France – Endocrine disruptors list
On October 12, France published an order that includes substances with endocrine-disrupting properties. The Order of September 28, 2023 has been published establishing the list of substances that have endocrine disrupting properties mentioned in I and II of article L....


