On February 11, 2026, the European Union officially published new regulations on detergents and surfactants, Regulation (EU) 2026/405. These rules are meant to fully replace Regulation (EC) No 648/2004, which has been in force for almost twenty years. The regulation sets minimum biodegradability requirements for surfactants, places restrictions on phosphates and other phosphate compounds in...
Researchers in Beauty & Wellbeing are leveraging artificial intelligence to analyze consumer behavior and sift through years of scientific records.Product development teams rely on AI to extract relevant insights, gather data, and shape offerings tailored for today’s beauty shoppers. Modern consumers demand clarity about ingredients, formulation science, and product styles. Thay read reviews, look for...
Indonesia’s National Agency of Drug and Food Control, or BPOM, released Regulation No. 34 of 2025 on December 31, 2025. The rule changes BPOM Regulation No. 8 of 2024 on procedures for approving clinical trials. One part of the amendment, Appendix IIIa, focuses on cosmetic clinical trials. The regulation gives more detailed guidance for cosmetic...
Microneedling is getting more attention in the UK beauty and aesthetics sector, especially around safety and training standards. A new guide called the Sharp Standards Guide was launched by Dermalogica in partnership with BABTAC. The document focuses on professional microneedling practice and aims to support safer treatment procedures. Concerns around infection control, cross-contamination, incorrect needle...
Fragrance allergen labeling is becoming an increasingly important compliance topic for cosmetic manufacturers exporting to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Recent regulatory developments indicate that Gulf authorities are strengthening transparency requirements for cosmetic ingredients, particularly substances associated with allergic reactions. A key reference in this transition is GSO 1943:2024, the Gulf Standard...
The publication of ISO 23675 and ISO 23698 marked one of the most significant developments in sunscreen testing in recent decades. For years, the cosmetic industry relied almost exclusively on the traditional in vivo SPF method defined in ISO 24444, based on erythema formation on human volunteers after UV exposure. While this method became the...
Ensuring that a cosmetic ingredient is legally permitted is one of the first and most critical steps in formulation compliance. Whether you are an independent formulator, a startup founder, or part of an established brand, understanding how to verify ingredient compliance under European legislation is essential to placing a safe and lawful product on the...
For anyone working with cosmetic formulations in the European Union, understanding how to verify ingredient compliance is essential. One of the most practical tools available for this purpose is the CosIng database. Developed by the European Commission, CosIng is a publicly accessible resource that compiles information on cosmetic ingredients and their regulatory status under Regulation...
Understanding restricted substances is a key step in ensuring cosmetic compliance in the European Union. While much attention is often given to banned ingredients, many substances are actually permitted—but only under specific conditions. These are known as restricted substances, and they are primarily regulated under Annex III of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. For formulators and...
Understanding which ingredients are banned in cosmetics is a fundamental step for anyone working in formulation, manufacturing, or product development within the European Union. Under EU law, safety is the cornerstone of cosmetic regulation, and certain substances are strictly prohibited to protect consumer health. This article explains how banned ingredients are regulated, where to find...
