The SCCS has published its Preliminary Opinion on three prostaglandin analogues used in cosmetic products, particularly in eyelash growth formulas.
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Methyl Salicylate Exposure in Children – Final Opinion
Methyl Salicylate (INCI: Methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate) is commonly used in cosmetic products for its soothing, fragrance, and flavoring properties. Following concerns related to children’s exposure, particularly in oral care products, the SCCS has now published its final...
Salicylic Acid Exposure in Children – Final Opinion
Salicylic acid is currently regulated in cosmetic products under Annex III (entry 98) and Annex V (entry 3) of the Cosmetics Regulation, with a maximum concentration of 0.5% when used as a preservative. In its final Opinion SCCS/1675/25, adopted on 30 April 2025, the...
Butylparaben Exposure in Children – Final Opinion
The ingredient Butylparaben is currently regulated as a preservative (Annex V, entry 12a) up to 0.14 % (as acid) in cosmetic products. Following a mandate from the European Commission, the SCCS has now published its final Opinion (SCCS/1674/25), concluding that...
Benzophenone-2 and Benzophenone-5 – Preliminary Opinion
The SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) has issued its preliminary opinion on Benzophenone-2 (BP-2) and Benzophenone-5 (BP-5), two substances used in cosmetic products primarily as UV filters and light stabilizers. This evaluation, adopted during the SCCS...
Hydroxyapatite (nano) – Preliminary opinion
On 27 March 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) held its 10th plenary meeting, during which various preliminary and final opinions related to cosmetic ingredients were adopted, some with a special focus on children's exposure. On March 27, 2025,...
Benzophenone-1 – Final Opinion
The SCCS has published its final opinion on the use of Benzophenone-1 as a UV light stabilizer in cosmetic products. Following the adoption of the preliminary opinion in October 2024 and an open public comment period, the assessment has been completed, confirming the...
DHHB – Preliminary Scientific Advice
The SCCS has published a preliminary opinion on the safety of Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) in cosmetic products, in response to a request from the European Commission. On October 2, 2024, a request for an opinion was submitted to the SCCS. The...
HC Red No. 18 – Final Opinion
On January 23, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published its final opinion on HC Red No. 18 (B124, CAS No. 1444596-49-9), a colorant used in hair dye formulations. This evaluation follows the second submission of the ingredient for review. Key...
SCCS Meeting on Cosmetic Ingredients
On January 21-22, 2025, the SCCS held a key meeting in Luxembourg on cosmetic ingredients. Preliminary opinions were discussed on Tea Tree Oil, DHHB, BHA, Benzophenone-2 and -5, and Prostaglandins, with texts adopted for future revisions. Opinions approved for...
Methyl Salicylate – Preliminary Opinion and Child Exposure
On January 20, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published its preliminary opinion on the safety of Methyl Salicylate (CAS No. 119-36-8, EC No. 204-317-7) concerning child exposure. The public consultation will remain open until February 17,...
Salicylic Acid – Preliminary Opinion and Child Exposure
On January 13, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published its preliminary opinion on the safety of Salicylic Acid (CAS No. 69-72-7, EC No. 200-712-3) concerning child exposure. The public consultation will be open until March 10, 2025. Key...