Regulation & Safety

Systematic assessment of EDCs some way off, say experts

Systematic assessment of EDCs some way off, say experts

By Michelle Yeomans

In light of a recent report by an expert group led by the Joint Research Centre (JRC), scientific experts reckon that the systematic assessment of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) should be a collective goal, despite not currently being possible.

New cosmetic directive – will you be ready by July?

New cosmetic directive – will you be ready by July?

By Michelle Yeomans

As July fast approaches and new regulation is set to replace the Cosmetics Directive 76/768, industry professionals must be ready to comply with new requirements for all cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

EU Scientific Committee adopts opinion on UV filter

EU Scientific Committee adopts opinion on UV filter

By Michelle Yeomans

An opinion on the use of nanoscale 2,2’-methylene-bis-(6(2H-benotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol) (MBBT) as a UV filter in cosmetics and sunscreen has been adopted by the European Commission's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety.

SCCS makes progress on cosmetics opinions

SCCS makes progress on cosmetics opinions

By Michelle Yeomans

The European Commission’s Scientific Committee for Consumer Safety has opened nine opinions and one addition on four cosmetic and six hair dye ingredients for public comment.

2013 sees Asia take strides towards eliminating animal testing

2013 sees Asia take strides towards eliminating animal testing

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

With less than a week to go until the ban on selling animal-tested cosmetics in the EU, it appears that it has influenced several markets in Asia, with Korea, India and Japan all seeing instances of following suit in 2013 so far.

Regulatory experts to review global frameworks at in-cosmetics

Regulatory experts to review global frameworks at in-cosmetics

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Regulatory affairs service provider CONUSBAT has organized a ‘World-Wide Regulatory’ session at the upcoming in-cosmetics trade show in Paris, in which a group of experts will discuss the regulatory frameworks for cosmetic products around the world.

CTPA reiterates safety in hair colourants despite media concern

CTPA reiterates safety in hair colourants despite media concern

By Michelle Yeomans

The Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association has refuted recent media claims that secondary amines used in some hair colouring products could react with tobacco smoke and exhaust fumes in the air, ultimately forming harmful chemicals such as nitrosamines,...

Chanel ad banned due to unsuitable broadcast

Chanel ad banned due to unsuitable broadcast

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A TV advertisement for Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle perfume has been banned due to its scheduling, which meant that its sexual imagery was broadcast during a film that it intended for children. 

Cosmebio and FPS-Covrec form natural ingredients collaboration

Cosmebio and FPS-Covrec form natural ingredients collaboration

By Simon Pitman

France-based natural and organic cosmetic association Cosmebio and its ingredient supplier counterpart FPS-Covrec, have collaborated in a move aimed at further promoting natural cosmetics, both in France and internationally.

Governments at UN forum agree on treaty to tackle mercury emissions

Governments at UN forum agree on treaty to tackle mercury emissions

By Michelle Yeomans

After meeting at a UN forum last week, global governments have agreed on the first legally binding, global treaty to tackle mercury pollution after a recent UNEP report revealed that emissions were on the up particularly in Africa, Asia and South America.

CAAT-EU kicks off the year with new papers on toxicology testing

CAAT-EU kicks off the year with new papers on toxicology testing

By Michelle Yeomans

The Committee, known for promoting education in humane science, has published new papers on the ‘Integrated Testing Strategies for Safety Assessments’, which looks at the most up-to-date strategies in alternative toxicological testing.

SCCS publishes fragrance allergen fact sheet

SCCS publishes fragrance allergen fact sheet

By Michelle Yeomans

With 1 and 3 per cent of the European population estimated as being allergic to certain fragrance ingredients, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has compiled a factsheet identifying a new series of ingredients on the market and other information...

Misleading eye gel raises eyebrows as ASA bans ad

Misleading eye gel raises eyebrows as ASA bans ad

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

It may be a new year but it seems cosmetics companies are still getting caught out for misleading consumers, as a UK watchdog has pulled up press ads by Transformulas International over claims made about its eye gel.

Paul Mitchell pledge furthers Cruelty-Free campaign

Paul Mitchell pledge furthers Cruelty-Free campaign

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Cruelty Free International, the organization founded by the BUAV, has announced a new partnership with luxury hair care brand Paul Mitchell, with the latter pledging that its products will not be sold in China until the country changes its laws on animal...

SCCS publishes 8th version of guidance document

SCCS publishes 8th version of guidance document

By Michelle Yeomans

The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has again compiled a revised guidance document containing relevant information on the different aspects of testing and safety evaluation of cosmetic substances in Europe.

SCCS consults on six hair care ingredients

SCCS consults on six hair care ingredients

By Michelle Yeomans

The Scientific Committee for Consumer Safety has opened opinions on dichloromethane, 1,2,4-trihydroxybenzene; 5-amino-6-chloro-o-cresol; 2,2' methylenebis-4-aminophenol HCl, 4-amino, and Basic Brown 16 to the public for comments.

Philippines FDA updates list of banned mercury-laden cosmetics

Philippines FDA updates list of banned mercury-laden cosmetics

By Michelle Yeomans

The Philippines Food and Drug Administration (FDA) list of banned cosmetics featuring mercury has expanded from 50 to 71, after the illegal products were discovered over the period of January 2010 to November of this year.  

Bali Monitoring Agency cracks down on illegal cosmetics

Bali Monitoring Agency cracks down on illegal cosmetics

By Michelle Yeomans

The Bali National Drug and Food Monitoring Agency (BPOM) is warning consumers to be more cautious when buying cosmetics after finding in a recent operation, a large number of illegal traditional beauty products.