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...
On June 20, 2024, the 8th Plenary Meeting of the SCCS took place. Of the points raised on the meeting agenda, the following were discussed: On the one hand, the final opinions and/or comments on opinions of cosmetic ingredients were discussed: Acetylated vetiver oil...
SCCS scientific opinion is sought on Hexyl Salicylate Exposure in children. The ingredient Hexyl Salicylate (CAS/EC No. 6259-76-3/228-408-6) is an ingredient with a sweet, floral, and fruity smell, which is not listed in the Annexes to the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No...
On May 21 and 22, 2024, the SCCS Working Group on Cosmetic Ingredients met. In this meeting, the following points were discussed: Preliminary opinions open to comments: Triphenylphosphate (TPP) Citral Opinion drafts: Benzophenone 1 Biphenyl-2-ol and Sodium 2-...
The SCCS has published a preliminary opinion open to comments on a new titanium dioxide coating in nanometer form. On November 20, 2023, an SCCS request for an opinion was sent to evaluate the Titanium Dioxide coating in nanometric form. The opinion of the SCCS was...
The SCCS has published the final opinion on the safety of titanium dioxide. In this opinion, the SCCS evaluates Titanium Dioxide for use in oral cosmetic products. In this opinion, the SCCS concluded the following: The information provided is not sufficient to exclude...
On March 27, 2024, the 7th Plenary Meeting of the SCCS took place. Of the points raised on the meeting agenda, the following were discussed: On the one hand, the following mandates were discussed: Salicylic acid – exposure to children Butylparaben – exposure to...
On April 25 and 26, 2024, the SCCS Working Group on Cosmetic Ingredients met. In this meeting the following points were discussed: Preliminary opinions open to comments: Acetylated vetiver oil (AVO) Microsilver – CMR exemption Triphenylphosphate (TPP) Citral Opinion...
On May 6, the SCCS Working Group on Nanomaterials met. The following points were discussed at the meeting: Preliminary opinion on new TiO2 coatings. Applicant's proposal on Synthetic Amorphous Silica (SAS). Discussion of the data sent by the applicants about...
The SCCS has published an Opinion regarding the safety of Acetylated Vetiver Oil (AVO) in sprayable products with the following conclusions: Having considered the data provided concerning inhalation toxicity and aggregate exposure, the SCCS considers Acetylated...
The SCCS has published the Final Opinion on Hexyl Salicylate, an ingredient considered CMR Class 2 with potential endocrine disrupting properties. In Opinion it publishes a table detailing different concentrations at which it is considered safe depending on its...
TiO2 new coatings. The Applicant sent reply to the SCCS letter. The WG will continue drafting the opinion with the current data. Hydroxyapatite (HAP). Some clarification has been received but there are some open questions. The Secretariat sent Email to the Applicant...