UV filters are among the most heavily regulated ingredients used in cosmetic products in the European Union. Unlike many other cosmetic ingredients, UV filters cannot be used simply because a manufacturer considers them safe or technically effective. Their use is strictly governed by European legislation, which defines exactly which UV filters are permitted, under what...
In cosmetic formulation, one of the first regulatory distinctions that manufacturers must make is whether a product is classified as leave-on or rinse-off. This distinction is not merely technical terminology: under European cosmetic legislation, it directly affects ingredient restrictions, safety assessment requirements, exposure calculations and even claim substiantation. Under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, cosmetic products...
Choosing a name for your cosmetic product is one of the most creative steps in building your brand. It is often the first element that consumers notice, and it plays a key role in positioning, marketing, and identity. However, in the European Union, product naming is not purely a branding exercise—it must also comply with...
When a cosmetic product is applied to the skin, not all of its ingredients remain on the surface. Some substances may penetrate the outer skin layers and, in certain cases, reach deeper tissues or even systemic circulation. This process is known as dermal absorption, and it plays an essential role in cosmetic safety assessment under...
Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), manufacturers are legally responsible for ensuring that cosmetic products are safe for consumers when used as intended. This principle has gained even greater importance following the introduction of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA), which expanded FDA oversight and reinforced expectations around safety substantiation...
The oral care industry is evolving as new technologies, ingredient preferences, and changing consumer tastes shape product development. AI-powered toothbrushes offer real-time imaging and personalized feedback, while sensitivity-friendly formulas and sweet flavors appeal to consumers seeking new oral care experiences. AI Technology Transforms Oral Care AI-powered toothbrushes use built-in cameras and machine learning to identify...
Indonesia’s beauty market is seeing a growing interest in personalized skin care, with technology and long-term skin health taking a bigger role. An AI-powered skin analyzer has been introduced to help consumers understand their skin and find suitable products and routines. Another new initiative brings together skin care, lifestyle, wellness, and diagnostics to support skin...
New EU anti-greenwashing rules are set to change how beauty and personal care companies talk about sustainability. From September 27, national laws implementing the new consumer protection directive will apply across all EU member states. The rules introduce stricter requirements for environmental claims and clearer expectations around evidence and verification. For the beauty industry, this...
Hair care is attracting growing attention as research moves deeper into the biology of healthy hair, new approaches to repairing damage, and potential treatments for hair loss. Recent developments are looking beyond surface-level hair care and focusing on what happens inside the hair follicle and along the hair fiber. Research is pointing to biological factors...
The beauty industry is seeing growing demand for products that deliver several benefits without compromising performance. As budgets tighten and consumers pay closer attention to ingredient lists, brands are looking for ways to offer more with fewer products. Advances in formulation technology are helping make this possible. Clean beauty, skinimalism, and skinification are coming together,...
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