The European Union is advancing towards a more coordinated system for the evaluation of chemical substances. Through the “One Substance, One Assessment (OSOA)” initiative, European institutions aim to improve how scientific information on chemicals is generated, shared and assessed across different regulatory sectors. For the cosmetics industry, this development represents an important step in the...
The plant-based personal care market is going through a major change as consumer demand keeps shifting toward clean, effective, and sustainable products. Plant-based innovation is no longer treated as a passing trend. It now sits at the center of product development as brands respond to an audience that is becoming more informed. Consumers are looking...
On April 15, 2026, the China National Institute for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) released two new trial technical guidelines for hair perming cosmetics: Technical Guideline for Research on Hair Perming Cosmetics (Trial) Technical Guideline for Research on Quality Control Requirements for Hair Perming Cosmetics (Trial) Together, these documents provide a clearer regulatory framework for...
the European Commission (EC) unveiled a detailed roadmap to stop animal testing in chemical safety assessments throughout the EU, covering sectors like cosmetics, industrial chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides. The aim is to switch to non-animal testing options while keeping the high safety standards required for both consumers and the habitat.This initiative supports the EUS Chemicals...
Canada has introduced a new risk assessment framework for nanomaterials under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA). The update focuses on how nanomaterials behave, their lifecycle, and their possible impact on human health and the environment. The change is not about creating completely new rules, but about adapting existing chemical assessment systems with nano-specific considerations....
Eastman has introduced its latest Global Skin Care Report, offering fresh insights into how shifting sustainability priorities, product performance requirements, and formulation trends are driving changes in the skincare sector. Unveiled at the 2026 NYSCC Suppliers’ Day in New York on May 19-20, the report highlights that 85% of product developers see sustainability as a...
Vietnam has introduced an important regulatory change for the cosmetic industry. The country has removed the requirement for prior approval of cosmetic advertising content before publication. Under the new rules, companies no longer need to get a “Confirmation of Advertising Content” from health authorities before advertising cosmetic products in Vietnam. This reform came through Circular...
Cosmetic dupes have become one of the biggest talking points in the beauty industry lately. Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram helped push the trend fast, especially among consumers looking for products that resemble premium cosmetics but cost much less. What started as a viral beauty trend is now drawing attention from regulatory and...
At NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2026 in New York City (May 19-20), Sweetch is unveiling its latest innovations in cosmetic ingredients. Visitors can view solutions aimed at bolstering teh skin microbiome, decorative beads for cosmetic products, and a new type of emulsifier developed for sun care formulas. Speaking with Personal Care Insights, Sweetch’s chief commercial officer...
The European Commission’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has published a new scientific opinion on the use of thiomersal and phenylmercuric salts as preservatives in cosmetic products. The conclusion is clear: based on the currently available data, these substances are not considered safe at the concentration levels currently allowed for cosmetic eye products in...
