Washington limits the use of formaldehyde in cosmetic products
On August 28, 2025, the Washington State Department of Ecology adopted a new chapter, Chapter 173-339 WAC: Restrictions on Cosmetic Products, in the Washington Administrative Code (WAC). This restricts the manufacture, sale, and distribution of cosmetic products that...
DMAPA – Proposal for Harmonised Classification and Labelling (CLH)
Austria has submitted a classification and labelling consultation for the ingredient 3-aminopropyldimethylamine / N,N-dimethyl-1,3-diaminopropane (DMAPA). The ingredient 3-aminopropyldimethylamine / N,N-dimethyl-1,3-diaminopropane (DMAPA) (CAS: 109-55-7, EC:...
Benzophenone-3 – Final CoRAP Evaluation
Denmark has carried out an evaluation of the substance Benzophenone-3 (Oxybenzone), widely used in cosmetics as a UV filter. Benzophenone-3 (CAS: 131-57-7 / EC: 205-031-5) is not currently included in Annex VI of the CLP with a harmonised classification. The proposal...
Update on PFAS Restriction Proposal
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published the updated proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the EU chemicals regulation, REACH.
California – Proposed Regulation of Nail Products Containing Triphenyl Phosphate (TPhP)
In California, the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is proposing to include nail products containing triphenyl phosphate (TPhP)—including coatings and artificial nails—on the Priority Products List. This designation would apply to any nail product that contains TPhP as an intentionally added ingredient, residual, or contaminant.
The EU rectifies: the carcinogenic classification of titanium dioxide TiO2 is removed
The Court of Justice has confirmed the annulment of the classification of titanium dioxide in certain forms of dust as a carcinogen.
Ukraine harmonizes its cosmetic regulations with the EU
Ukraine updates its regulations on cosmetic products to align with European Union legislation.
Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda harmonize standards for anti-aging cosmetics
The World Trade Organization (WTO) reports that Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda have officially announced the adoption of a new regional technical standard for anti-aging cosmetic products. The statement, issued at the request of these five East African...
UK – Restriction on the use of Oxybenzone in cosmetics starting from 2026
The United Kingdom has adopted the The Cosmetic Products (Restriction of Chemical Substances) (No. 2) Regulations 2025 No. 901, which restricts the use of oxybenzone (benzophenone-3) in cosmetic products for safety reasons. The maximum permitted concentrations are: 6%...
Draft Regulation amending the Annexes to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
The European Commission has notified the WTO of the draft amending Regulation (EC) Nº 1223/2009 as regards cosmetic ingredients in its Annexes II, III, V and VI.
Updated Glossary of Cosmetic Ingredients
On July 10th, 2025, the European Commission published the Commission Implementing Decision on the Glossary of Cosmetic Ingredients.
Australia – Reviews its sunscreen filters: homosalate, oxybenzone and benzophenone
In July 2025, Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) opened a public consultation on potential changes to the regulation of three key sunscreen filters: homosalate, oxybenzone (benzophenone-3), and benzophenone. Australia, which has the highest skin cancer...