Is the EU's cosmetics industry ready for new compliance challenges?

Published: 26-Nov-2015
Regulatory

International advisors warn the European cosmetics industry that it faces challenges

You need to be a subscriber to read this article.
Click here to find out more.
Is the EU's cosmetics industry ready for new compliance challenges?

An international cosmetics regulatory advisor has warned the European cosmetics industry that it faces another significant period of compliance with new European Union (EU) regulation. However, she told Cosmetics Business in an exclusive interview that such laws offer the sector opportunities as well as costs.

Not yet a Subscriber?

This is a small extract of the full article which is available ONLY to premium content subscribers. Click below to get premium content on Cosmetics Business.

Subscribe now Already a subscriber? Sign in here.
See more

You may also like

You need to be a subscriber to read this article.
Click here to find out more.
Ingredients
Why do chemicals in beauty products have a bad reputation? How better science communication can tackle misinformation

Why do chemicals in beauty products have a bad reputation? How better science communication can tackle misinformation

Read more
In an era of widespread misinformation, inaccurate science communication is rife. In his keynote speech at the CTPA Scientific Conference, Beta Montemayor tackled how the industry can start to rewire the public perception of chemicals

Trending Articles

  1. Dove moisturising claims supported by US advertising watchdog after P&G challenge The National Advertising Division supported claims related to Unilever-owned Dove’s Deep Moisture Body Wash, which were challenged by Procter and Gamble, including that the product offers 24-hours of moisturisation and nourishes dry skin
  2. You need to be a subscriber to read this article.
    Click here to find out more.
    Why do chemicals in beauty products have a bad reputation? How better science communication can tackle misinformation In an era of widespread misinformation, inaccurate science communication is rife. In his keynote speech at the CTPA Scientific Conference, Beta Montemayor tackled how the industry can start to rewire the public perception of chemicals
  3. Perfumer Francis Kurkdjian restores 13 iconic Dior fragrances for Dioriginals collection French luxury fashion house Dior and its Perfume Creation Director Francis Kurkdjian have been inspired by nearly 80 years of fragrance archives to restore iconic Dior scents, such Diorama, Diorissimo and Dioressence
  4. SEC probe hits Avon shares The ongoing US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) probe has hit Avon shares
  5. UK government can reinstate policy ban on the animal testing of cosmetics, rules High Court judge The ruling was made by Mr Justice Linden in the Judicial Review of the Home Office’s policy on animal testing in the UK

Upcoming event

Hair Care Trends for 2027

3 December and 10 December 2026 | Virtual See all

You may also like

You need to be a subscriber to read this article.
Click here to find out more.
Ingredients
Why do chemicals in beauty products have a bad reputation? How better science communication can tackle misinformation

Why do chemicals in beauty products have a bad reputation? How better science communication can tackle misinformation

In an era of widespread misinformation, inaccurate science communication is rife. In his keynote speech at the CTPA Scientific Conference, Beta Montemayor tackled how the industry can start to rewire the public perception of chemicals
Regulatory
Dove moisturising claims supported by US advertising watchdog after P&G challenge

Dove moisturising claims supported by US advertising watchdog after P&G challenge

The National Advertising Division supported claims related to Unilever-owned Dove’s Deep Moisture Body Wash, which were challenged by Procter and Gamble, including that the product offers 24-hours of moisturisation and nourishes dry skin
Regulatory
Subscription exodus fears may be overstated as a third of consumers expect no change

Subscription exodus fears may be overstated as a third of consumers expect no change

New research suggests most consumers do not expect to change their subscription habits ahead of January 2027 cancellation rules
Ingredients
The Soapery finds zero argan oil In ‘Argan Oil’ samples from leading retailers

The Soapery finds zero argan oil In ‘Argan Oil’ samples from leading retailers

100% of the argan oil The Soapery tested from different online retailers contained zero argan oil. That’s right. None. But what is actually inside the bottle?
Regulatory
Mercury, lead and methanol discovered in seized counterfeit cosmetics in the UK

Mercury, lead and methanol discovered in seized counterfeit cosmetics in the UK

An investigation by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) found that four in ten seized counterfeit cosmetics tested failed safety checks, and the IPO is highlighting these risks via a new ‘Face the Fakes’ campaign
Manufacturing
Australia plots tougher sunscreen regulation

Australia plots tougher sunscreen regulation

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has proposed reforms to sunscreen regulation in Australia to improve consumer confidence in SPF claims
Regulatory
Skin Longevity: Taking Cosmetic Testing Beyond Anti-Aging

Skin Longevity: Taking Cosmetic Testing Beyond Anti-Aging

he shift from anti-aging to skin longevity is changing how cosmetic efficacy is evaluated. New testing approaches can look beyond visible signs of aging to explore the biological mechanisms associated with healthier skin over time
Subscribe now