EU Cosmetics Regulation

Norway Consults On EU Cosmetics Regulation Amendments For Fragrances, Hair Dyes and Metals

Norway has launched a consultation to align national law with the EU's 'Omnibus II' cosmetics regulation, introducing new bans and restrictions for a wide range of ingredients by early 2027. Manufacturers must review formulations for fragrances, hair dyes, and metal salts to ensure compliance with category-specific limits and updated labeling requirements before the 2027/2028 market deadlines.

5 Apr 2026, 04:49hoering.mattilsynet.noNorwayEuropean UnionEuropean Economic Area

European Parliament Groups Agree Compromise On CMR Ban In Cosmetics (Chemicals Omnibus)

European Parliament groups have reached a compromise on the Chemicals Omnibus, upholding the strict generic ban on CMR substances in cosmetics regardless of exposure route. This alignment with the Council signals significantly shorter transition periods for reformulation and stock withdrawal, requiring immediate impact assessments for affected product lines.

28 Mar 2026, 20:36eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Parliament Plans April 2026 Vote On Omnibus VI Changes To Cosmetics And Chemicals Law

The European Parliament is scheduled to vote in April 2026 on the "Omnibus VI" proposal to simplify and digitalize requirements for chemicals, cosmetics, and fertilizing products. This initiative will streamline labeling rules and revise derogation procedures for hazardous substances, requiring manufacturers to update compliance timelines and digital documentation strategies.

28 Mar 2026, 18:47europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

EU SCCS Publishes Minutes of Nanomaterials Working Group Meeting on TiO2 and Synthetic Amorphous Silica

The EU SCCS is finalizing safety assessments for titanium dioxide and synthetic amorphous silica (nano) while updating nanomaterial guidance. Manufacturers face potential exclusion of specific TiO2 clusters from future approvals and stricter default safety assumptions for silica if data gaps are not addressed.

28 Mar 2026, 18:30health.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

European Commission Confirms Ongoing EFSA Re-evaluation Of Polyol Sweeteners

The European Commission has confirmed that EFSA is currently re-evaluating all authorized polyol sweeteners, with refined exposure data for erythritol expected by 2027 and opinions on six other polyols due in the coming years. While no immediate restrictions are planned, businesses should prepare for potential adjustments to use conditions, impurity specifications, or labeling requirements once EFSA finalizes its safety assessments.

27 Mar 2026, 18:37europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

EU: Value Of Beauty CEOs Urge Regulatory Simplification For Beauty Sector Competitiveness

The Value of Beauty Alliance has issued a high-level call for EU regulatory simplification, citing the cumulative burden of the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, Packaging Regulation (PPWR), and upcoming REACH revisions. Businesses should anticipate intensified industry lobbying to align environmental mandates with sector-specific safety needs, while monitoring the 2026 evaluation of the EU Cosmetic Products Regulation for potential structural shifts.

26 Mar 2026, 19:30valueofbeauty.comEuropean Union

EU SCCS Publishes Minutes of Nanomaterials in Cosmetic Products Working Group (11 February 2026)

The EU SCCS is tightening data requirements for titanium dioxide and synthetic amorphous silica in cosmetics, warning that grades with insufficient safety data will be excluded from future favorable opinions. Businesses must validate the scientific justification for material clustering and prepare for potential market access restrictions as the SCCS updates its nanomaterial safety guidance.

26 Mar 2026, 19:29health.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

European Commission Outlines Customs and Market Surveillance Actions on Dangerous Cosmetics

The European Commission is ramping up enforcement against non-compliant cosmetics through joint customs and market surveillance actions targeting e-commerce and imports. Companies should anticipate heightened border scrutiny and data-driven compliance checks as the EU integrates Digital Product Passports into its reformed customs and market surveillance frameworks.

19 Mar 2026, 19:39europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

Greece EOF Recalls Batches of XHC XPEL Coconut Hair Mask and SUNDAY Shampoo

Greece’s National Organisation for Medicines (EOF) has ordered the recall of specific batches of hair care products following market surveillance. This enforcement action emphasizes the necessity of robust batch-level traceability and quality control to mitigate the risk of localized market withdrawals.

19 Mar 2026, 19:27eof.grGreece

EU SCCS Methodologies Working Group Minutes Highlight Aggregate Exposure and Notes of Guidance Revision

The SCCS is progressing on a harmonised aggregate exposure framework and the 13th revision of its Notes of Guidance for cosmetic safety. Manufacturers should anticipate more complex exposure modeling requirements and updated toxicological assessment protocols for future product dossiers.

17 Mar 2026, 20:30health.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Netherlands RIVM Updates Children's Exposure to Isothiazolinones and Parabens

The Dutch RIVM has confirmed that aggregate exposure of children to isothiazolinone and paraben preservatives in personal care products remains within safe levels. This finding stabilizes the near-term regulatory outlook for these preservatives while reinforcing the use of refined aggregate modeling as the standard for future safety assessments.

17 Mar 2026, 20:29rivm.nlNetherlands

EU SCCS Publishes Draft Agenda for 26 March 2026 Plenary on Cosmetic Ingredients and Nanomaterials

The EU SCCS will review final and preliminary opinions on key cosmetic ingredients, including Microsilver, BHA, and CBD, at its March 2026 plenary. These scientific assessments are the primary precursors to EU-wide regulatory restrictions, signaling potential reformulation requirements for impacted consumer products.

14 Mar 2026, 14:14health.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Great Britain: OPSS Issues Product Safety Report on Hania Bridal Henna Paste Containing Phenol

The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has mandated the withdrawal of a cosmetic product containing phenol, a prohibited substance under the GB Cosmetics Regulation. This enforcement action underscores the critical need for rigorous ingredient screening and supply chain oversight to ensure compliance with prohibited substance lists in the UK market.

13 Mar 2026, 13:25gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Denmark: Consumer Council Tænk Identifies Suspected Endocrine Disruptors in EU Lip Balms

A March 2026 report by Danish consumer group Tænk and CHEM Trust identified suspected endocrine disruptors and allergens in 25% of tested lip balms across the EU market. This high-profile scrutiny signals increasing pressure for stricter EU-wide restrictions on specific UV filters, siloxanes, and mineral oils in leave-on cosmetic products.

12 Mar 2026, 13:51taenk.dkEuropean UnionDenmark

European Ombudsman Closes Complaint On Commission Chemical Products Simplification Proposal

The European Ombudsman has concluded a review of procedural complaints against the Commission’s "Chemicals Omnibus" proposal, linking the case to broader ongoing scrutiny of EU fast-track legislative practices. This development underscores persistent institutional tension over the quality of evidence and stakeholder consultation in chemical policy simplification, potentially affecting the defensibility of future "Better Regulation" initiatives.

12 Mar 2026, 12:01ombudsman.europa.euEuropean Union

EU SCCS Publishes Working Group Minutes On Cosmetic Ingredients (25–26 February 2026)

The EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has progressed safety assessments for several key cosmetic ingredients, including CBD, BHA, and titanium dioxide, following its February 2026 meeting. Manufacturers should prepare for potential regulatory restrictions or data requests as the SCCS finalizes opinions and maintains an intensive review schedule throughout 2026.

12 Mar 2026, 11:17health.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

UK OPSS Recalls Rihanna Fragrances Sold by Savers Over Prohibited Allergens

The UK OPSS has issued a recall for specific Rihanna-branded fragrances found to contain prohibited allergens, including Lilial and HICC, in breach of the Cosmetics Regulation. This enforcement action signals a zero-tolerance approach to legacy ingredients and emphasizes the need for retailers and distributors to verify the compliance status of older inventory against current substance bans.

10 Mar 2026, 11:13gov.ukUnited Kingdom

EU Commission Clarifies Omnibus VI Proposal on Cosmetics CMR Derogations and Transition Periods

The European Commission has clarified proposed Omnibus VI rules, establishing a 3-month derogation window and standardized 12/24-month transition periods for CMR substances in cosmetics. These measures provide much-needed predictability for reformulation and stock management, while specifically protecting complex natural ingredients from automatic bans.

10 Mar 2026, 10:55eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

European Commission Opens Call for Members of Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) 2027–2031

The European Commission has launched a call for experts to join the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) for the 2027–2031 term, ahead of its planned transition to ECHA. The expertise of this committee will shape the scientific opinions and risk assessments that drive future EU cosmetic ingredient restrictions and consumer safety standards.

9 Mar 2026, 18:34health.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

UK OPSS Withdraws Glow & Lovely Hydraglow Rose Enrich Serum Cream 50g Over Serious Chemical Risk (2511-0082d)

The UK OPSS has mandated the market withdrawal of Glow & Lovely Hydraglow Rose Enrich Serum Cream due to serious chemical risks from mislabeling and undisclosed fragrance allergens. This enforcement action underscores the critical importance of accurate ingredient disclosure and allergen labeling for market access in Great Britain under the Cosmetics Regulation.

9 Mar 2026, 18:18gov.ukUnited Kingdom