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Beauty and personal care
Fragrances under scrutiny
Several Opinions were recently issued by the Expert Committees in regard to the use of fragrances in cosmetic products, as serious concerns were raised over their allergenic potential.
Products without medical purpose within the scope of MDR
The new EU Medical Devices Regulation 2017/745 (MDR) officially entered into force on 25th May 2017 amending the Directive 93/42/EEC and will be fully applicable after a transition period of three years (2020). One of the most relevant changes introduced by the new Regulation lies in the extension of its scope, now including certain “products without an intended medical purpose”.
Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) and Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) restricted in the EU
Silicones like Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) and Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) have been restricted in cosmetics products. Read about the major changes here.
Expiration date and PAO for Cosmetics
One of the key requirements towards cosmetic products is their safety for human health. Find out what evaluates the stability testing.
Borderline Cosmetics – Toys Products: How to Comply?
How should you apply EU Cosmetics Regulations and Toys Directives to products classified as borderline? Find out with clear regulatory advice from Obelis.
France’s new adverse reporting portal for cosmetics
Discover what's an adverse health related event, and the new portal for cosmetics.
Certain Eyelash Dyes to be allowed in Cosmetics for Professional Use
The EU Commission has decided to follow the Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products and to allow the use of eyelash dyes in cosmetic products for professional use.
Cosmetic claims and labelling under scrutiny
Compliance of claims and labelling of cosmetic products are under scrutiny – according to the recent market reports, there are far too many cosmetic products released on the market that do not comply with the EU legislation on this matter.
Catalogue of nanomaterials finally published!
The European Commission has published the catalogue of nanomaterials used in cosmetic products, on the market. Find out what this catalogue indicates.