EU Cosmetic Regulations

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Create a GPSR File Easily

REGULATION (EU) 2023/988, also known as the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), aims to ensure that products placed on the market are safe for consumers. This regulation applies to all products, including those sold online, and sets out the responsibilities of manufacturers, importers, and distributors to ensure product safety.

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Global VOC Regulations in Cosmetic Products: Rationale and Practicalities

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are organic chemicals found in cosmetics, which can contribute to air pollution and health issues. While the EU and UK have no specific VOC limits in cosmetics, some VOCs are restricted. California and Switzerland enforce stricter controls to reduce environmental and health impacts.

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What are these responsible person mandates all about?

This post explores the role of the “responsible person” and the use of “mandates” in the cosmetic industry within the EU and UK. It discusses how these practices, although not currently required by law, are emerging as industry standards to ensure compliance with cosmetic regulations, and predicts their future legal significance.

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Changes To General Product Liability Regulations in EU and UK

The EU’s new product liability regulations in Regulation (EU) 2023/988 introduce stricter safety and traceability requirements. Article 4 mandates product safety through design and manufacturing, with additional protective measures like warnings and instructions. Article 16 focuses on product traceability and safety information. These changes come into force in December 2024, with the UK expected to follow suit.

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Are Eyelash Glues in the EU Regulated as Cosmetics?

In the EU, the regulation of eyelash glues as cosmetics has not been consistent in the past. Some countries, such as France, classified eyelash glue as a cosmetic product and regulated it under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. Others felt that the products fell under the General Product Safety Regulation, with the onus on producers and distributors

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