Gideon had started Obelis alone from an office in a city house in Brussels. Across the street stood a maternity hospital. Spotting an opportunity, he even opened a small snack business from the office for a while.
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56 More Fragrance Allergens Are Now on the EU’s Radar
A single fragrance composition can contain dozens, sometimes even hundreds of individual ingredients. Until you have to work out which of them belongs on a cosmetic label, that is probably little more than an interesting fact.
What Do Health Canada’s Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF) Updates Mean for Your Business?
Health Canada’s Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF) requirements have undergone significant updates, affecting how cosmetics are notified, labelled and placed on the Canadian market. From Canadian address requirements to expanded fragrance allergen disclosures, businesses selling cosmetics in Canada need to review their existing filings and ensure they meet the latest 2026 requirements.
What Happens on 28 November 2026? The Next EUDAMED Deadline Explained
28 May 2026 was a major milestone for EUDAMED. However, it was not the last important date in the 2026 EUDAMED transition. Following the mandatory use of four EUDAMED modules in May, manufacturers and other economic operators have already entered a new phase of the EUDAMED rollout.
Legacy device in EUDAMED? Here are 4 mistakes that can slow you down
Since 28 May 2026, the EUDAMED UDI/Devices module has been mandatory to use. For applicable legacy devices that continue to be placed on the EU market, the transition period provides until 28 November 2026 to complete their registration in the UDI/Devices module.
Entering California’s Cosmetics Market? Here is What MoCRA Doesn’t Cover
When MoCRA came into force, it marked the biggest change to U.S. cosmetic regulation in decades. For many manufacturers, it felt like the last major hurdle before entering the U.S. market.
Patch Testing for Cosmetics: 2026 Compliance Requirements Explained
Learn the difference between consumer and laboratory patch testing, the EU rules for hair dyes and skincare, and the key 2026 Cosmetics Regulation updates. Discover how new allergen labelling, CPSR requirements, and compliance obligations affect brands, manufacturers, and Responsible Persons.
The PPWR Is Here. The Harmonised Standards Aren’t. Here’s What Manufacturers Need to Know
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) introduces a new framework for packaging compliance across the European Union. Much of the discussion has focused on recyclability, labelling and packaging minimisation.
Beyond SPF: What Australia’s Sunscreen Testing Controversy Can Teach Cosmetic Manufacturers About Claim Substantiation
Each summer, sunscreen returns to the spotlight as consumers seek protection from increasing UV exposure. This year, the conversation has shifted beyond sun protection alone.
Selling Detergents in Europe: Compliance Goes Beyond the Formula
Many of the compliance challenges that hinder market entry has little to do with the detergent itself. Instead, it involves missing documentations, incorrect classifications, overlooked national requirements or product claims that were never properly reviewed.