The SCCS has approved the European Commission's Mandate to assess the safety of Cuminaldehyde, a fragrance ingredient used as a perfuming and skin conditioning agent. Cuminaldehyde (CAS No. 122-03-2, EC No. 204-527-4) is not currently regulated under Regulation (EC)...
The SCCS has approved the European Commission's Mandate to assess the safety of p-Cymene, a fragrance ingredient used as a perfuming agent and skin conditioning agent. The ingredient p-Cymene (CAS No. 99-87-6, EC No. 202-796-7) is not currently regulated under...
The SCCS has approved the European Commission's Mandate to assess the safety of Phytonadione Epoxide (Vitamin K1 oxide), an ingredient primarily used as a skin-conditioning agent. In addition, it has been reported to help reduce the appearance of dark circles and...
The SCCS has approved the European Commission's Mandate to assess the safety of Cyclamen Aldehyde, a fragrance ingredient used in perfumes and fragranced formulations. Cyclamen Aldehyde (CAS No. 103-95-7; EC No. 203-161-7) is currently not regulated under Regulation...
On 30 April 2026, the SCCS approved the European Commission’s Mandate to assess the safety of Hydroxycitronellal in cosmetic products. Hydroxycitronellal (CAS No. 107-75-5, EC No. 203-518-7) is a fragrance ingredient widely used in cosmetic products and is known for...
The SCCS approved the European Commission’s Mandate to assess the safety of Glyoxylic Acid in cosmetic products. Glyoxylic Acid (CAS No. 298-12-4, EC No. 206-058-5) is an ingredient used in hair straightening products. It can release formaldehyde under certain...
On 12 January 2026, the SCCS approved the European Commission mandate to assess the safety of Salicylic Acid in cosmetic products. There is concern about consumers overall exposure to Salicylic Acid (CAS: 69-72-7 / EC: 200-712-3), not only from its direct use but also...
The European Commission has requested a scientific opinion from the SCCS on the safety of using four types of silica in nano form in cosmetics: Hydrated Silica (nano) (CAS: 7631-86-9/112926-00-8 / EC: 231-545-4/-), Pyrogenic Silica (nano) (CAS: 7631-86-9 (112945-52-5)...
On 30 October 2025, the SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) approved the European Commission’s Mandate to assess the safety of Silver in cosmetic products. Silver (CAS: 7440-22-4 / EC: 231-131-3) (CI 77820) is an authorized colorant used in cosmetics,...
On 30 October 2025, the SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) approved the European Commission’s Mandate to assess the safety of Cresyl Methoxycinnamate in cosmetic products. Cresyl Methoxycinnamate (CM) (CAS: 431067-87-7 / EC: -), also known as...
On 30 October 2025, the SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) approved the European Commission’s Mandate to assess the safety of Acetophenone in cosmetic products. Acetophenone (CAS: 98-86-2 / EC: 202-708-7), an aromatic compound used in cosmetics as a...
On 30 October 2025, the SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) approved the European Commission’s Mandate to assess the autonomous implementation of the Social Partners’ Action Plan for the Hairdressing Sector. The social partners of the European hairdressing...