The cosmetics industry is increasingly looking beyond the skin. Concepts such as beauty-from-within, nutricosmetics and products designed to support appearance through nutrition are bringing the worlds of cosmetics, food and dietary supplements closer together. For consumers, the distinction can sometimes seem almost irrelevant: if a product is intended to improve the appearance of skin, hair...
South Korea is moving toward more standardized accessibility information on cosmetic packaging, with the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) proposing detailed rules for the use of Braille and accessible QR codes. On August 6, 2026, the MFDS published draft Guidelines on Braille Labeling for Cosmetics. The proposal establishes specifications, placement requirements and implementation...
Companies exporting dental and oral care products to Indonesia will need to pay closer attention to the quality specifications of certain ingredients used in their formulations. On July 27, 2026, the Indonesian Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM) issued Decision No. 366 of 2026, establishing a list of pharmaceutical ingredients used in natural medicines, health...
The Philippines is considering a more flexible regulatory approach for businesses involved in refilling certain cosmetics and household/urban hazardous substances (HUHS) products. On July 23, 2026, the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) submitted a notification to the World Trade Organization (WTO) concerning proposed Guidelines on the Adoption of a Regulatory Sandbox for the Licensing...
South Korea is proposing an important change to the way sunscreen products are tested and their sun-protection claims are substantiated. On August 19, 2026, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) published draft amendments that would allow certain in vitro methods to be used to determine the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) and UVA protection...
Sweden has taken another step in its efforts to reduce exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), launching a public consultation on a proposal to restrict these chemicals in a range of consumer products, including cosmetics. The consultation, opened by the Swedish Ministry of Climate and Enterprise on 23 July 2026, will remain open until...
The European Commission has published a draft amendment to the EU Cosmetics Regulation that would expand the permitted uses of silver powder in cosmetic products. The proposal was notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) on 30 July 2026 and reflects the latest scientific assessment by the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS). If adopted,...
Taiwan has reached the final stage of its phased implementation of the Product Information File (PIF) system for cosmetics. As of 1 July 2026, almost all cosmetic products placed on the Taiwanese market must have a PIF established before they are marketed, sold or otherwise made available to consumers. The requirement is part of Taiwan’s...
Phytonadione epoxide, also known as Vitamin K1 oxide or Vitamin K oxide (CAS No. 25486-55-9; EC No. 247-022-9), is currently undergoing a European safety assessment for its use in cosmetic products. The process has now moved beyond the initial Call for Data launched by the European Commission in May 2025. Following the collection of scientific...
Colorado is introducing new disclosure requirements for certain hair products that contain chemicals classified as carcinogenic or harmful to reproductive health. The measure, HB26-1135, Transparency of Chemicals Used in Hair Products, was signed into law by the Governor on 12 May 2026. The legislation is intended to give consumers greater visibility into chemicals used in...
