The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety have issued opinions on a range of hair dye ingredients and their safety for use on the European market.
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SCCS to pronounce on the safety of four cosmetic ingredients
The SCCS are due to pronounce on the safety of four cosmetic ingredients, including vitamin A, the nano-form of hydroxyapatite, and two other hair dyes.
SCCS Opinions: Carbon Black, Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide
The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety issue new opinions on the use of carbon black, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide and their safety levels in cosmetics.
New Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
From April 2016, low voltage directive 2006/95/EC will be repealed by the new 2014/35/EU LVD.
Cetylpyridinium Chloride – the next cosmetics preservative?
Will cetylpyridinium chloride be the next preservative allowed for use under Annex V of the 1223/2009/EC cosmetics regulation? Find out more with Obelis.
SCCS finally pronounces on α-Arbutin
The Scientific Committee on Consumers Safety's opinion finally addresses concerns surrounding the safety of α-Arbutin, β-Arbutin and Deoxyarbutin in cosmetics.
Fragrance Allergens in Cosmetic Products: new potential challenges for labeling compliance
The EU Commission proposes new regulatory guidelines for product labelling on cosmetic fragrances containing allergens sold on the EU market.
FDA vs. EU compliance under the new Medical Device Regulation
Explaining the difference between EU and FDA compliance under the new EU medical device regulation. Learn more about registration, notified bodies and more.
SCCS to clarify concerns on Arbutin, a skin-whitening cosmetics ingredient
The EC have requested the Scientific Committee on Consumers Safety issue an opinion on the safety of skin-whitening ingredient Arbutin in cosmetic products.
Aesthetic Products Under New Medical Device Regulation
The EU medical device regulation has created a new category known as 'Aesthetic Devices'. These are defined as devices “without and intended medical purpose”.