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The hassle of importing cosmetics into China

The hassle of importing cosmetics into China

Chinese importation rules for cosmetics are known for their complexity, in particular because the regulatory framework is constantly...

Fragrance allergens: Is the "worst case scenario" away?

Fragrance allergens: Is the "worst case scenario" away?

Since the publication by the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS), a scientific body advising the European Commission, of an...

European Commission plans to restrict the use of MCI and MI

European Commission plans to restrict the use of MCI and MI

The European Commission envisages restricting the use of methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI). The use of...

The European cosmetics regulation enters into force

The European cosmetics regulation enters into force

The new Cosmetics Regulation, which was adopted in 2009, entered into force on 11 July 2013 following a transition period to allow the...

Commissioner Borg sees “first signs of acceptance of alternative methods in China”

Commissioner Borg sees “first signs of acceptance of alternative methods in China”

Animal testing is one of the major discrepancy between the Chinese and European regulations on cosmetic products and EU Commissioner...

Serious Adverse Effects: “The implementation of specific procedures is essential”

Serious Adverse Effects: “The implementation of specific procedures is essential”

As of July 11, 2013, date of entry into force of the new EU cosmetic Regulations, both brands and distributors will be required to...

European Union: Full ban on animal testing for cosmetics enters into force

European Union: Full ban on animal testing for cosmetics enters into force

Today the last deadline to phase out animal testing for cosmetic products in Europe enters into force. As of today, cosmetics tested on...

Animal testing: EU Commission confirms full ban will take effect in March

Animal testing: EU Commission confirms full ban will take effect in March

Animal defence organisations have warmly congratulated the EU Commission after having received confirmation from Commissioner Tonio...

Animal testing: the future Commissioner commits to introduce full ban

Animal testing: the future Commissioner commits to introduce full ban

Tonio Borg, who should succeed to John Dali as European Commissioner for Health, has announced its commitment to conclude the...

China strengthens regulations governing cosmetics for children

China strengthens regulations governing cosmetics for children

China’s SFDA recently strengthened the rules applicable to cosmetics specifically intended for children under 12 years of age. Specific...

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Beautystreams’ top beauty innovations in review 2023

Beautystreams' top beauty innovations in review 2023

2023 was marked by novelty across the beauty industry. As we count down to the end of the year, revisit some of the most notable...

Prevention: The new strategy to soothe the effects of time

Prevention: The new strategy to soothe the effects of time

The quest for youth has existed for centuries, despite the inevitable effects of time on the body. Research shows that skin aging in...

Cosmetic Ingredients - March 2023

Cosmetic Ingredients - March 2023

The quest for “in-and-out” beauty is gradually gaining ground in Europe, North America, and Brazil. This form of holistic beauty is meant...

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