Three linear siloxanes widely used in cosmetic formulations could soon face increased regulatory scrutiny in the European Union. Octamethyltrisiloxane (L3), Decamethyltetrasiloxane (L4) and Methyl Trimethicone (M3T) are expected to receive a harmonised classification under the Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation, following recent changes to EU chemicals legislation. Although this development does not immediately prohibit...
Ukraine has launched a public consultation on proposed amendments to its Technical Regulation on Cosmetic Products, introducing changes that could provide cosmetic manufacturers with additional time to comply with the country’s regulatory framework. The draft proposal, notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) on 3 July 2026, includes two significant measures: extending the transitional period...
Authorities Ramp Up Actions Against Illegal Online Cosmetics Increased regulatory scrutiny is now targeting digital sales of illegal cosmetics in Indonesia and Jordan. Regulatory bodies in both countries are intensifying their measures, focusing on the growing role of online platforms in distributing unregulated beauty products. Indonesia has developed advanced digital surveillance techniques, while Jordan has...
China continues to strengthen its regulatory framework for sunscreen cosmetics through a series of new technical and testing requirements. Recent measures issued by the National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC), together with updated toxicological testing rules that became mandatory in July 2026, signal a continued shift toward a more science-based and evidence-driven approach...
Interest in skin care among children is rising quickly, with an increasing number of companies targeting this age group. While the market is expanding, many consumers, medical experts, and dermatologists are asking an notable question: are companies meeting a real need, or fueling insecurity in young people? Dr. Masoud Saman, a board-certified facial plastic and...
California is preparing to introduce another significant change to its cosmetics legislation. Beginning 1 January 2027, new restrictions established under Assembly Bill 60 (AB 60), known as the Musk Reduction Act, will become enforceable. The legislation expands the state’s existing cosmetic safety framework by prohibiting additional fragrance ingredients and introducing concentration limits for others. California...
The European Union is preparing another significant update to its cosmetic ingredient rules. On 8 July 2026, the European Commission notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a draft amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. Commonly referred to as Omnibus Act IX, the proposal introduces new prohibited substances, updates restrictions for several...
Environmental language has become increasingly common in the cosmetics industry. Terms such as “green”, “eco-friendly”, “climate neutral” and “environmentally friendly” are now widely used on packaging, websites and advertising campaigns across the European market. However, the way these claims are communicated is changing across the European Union. Directive (EU) 2024/825, known as the Empowering Consumers...
Wet wipes present a particular environmental challenge because their appearance and use can lead consumers to treat them in the same way as toilet paper. However, many wipes do not break apart rapidly in wastewater systems. Depending on their construction, wipes may contain synthetic fibres such as polyester or polypropylene. When incorrectly flushed, these materials...
