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Safety Gate, all about product safety

Safety Gate - what is it? Safety Gate (formerly RAPEX) is a European system for the rapid exchange of information on dangerous products that may pose a risk to the health or life of consumers....

INCI dictionary of common names for cosmetic ingredients - how to read the labels on packaging?

INCI cosmetic ingredient dictionary Every cosmetic product on the market must have a precise composition. This information is given according to an international convention, known...

Placing cosmetics on the UK market - manufacturers' and importers' obligations

How to market a cosmetic in the UK after brexit? Legal changes following the UK's exit from the European Union have forced manufacturers and importers to adapt to separate...

Greenwashing in cosmetics - how to spot misleading marketing?

Greenwashing is a strategy that involves ostensibly presenting a product as green, natural or environmentally friendly, even though this is not reflected in the actual formulation or...

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Filters used in sunscreen products

Each UV filter works in its own way, but they all have one basic purpose - to protect the skin from harmful rays. Choosing between a physical, chemical or organic filter...

Allergen labelling on the label of cosmetic products

The obligation to label allergens in cosmetics stems directly from the law and applies to any manufacturer who introduces a product containing certain fragrances. Omission of this...

Standard 16128 - Calculation of naturalness for cosmetics

Consumer awareness is growing, and with it the popularity of cosmetics described as natural. However, the word 'natural' itself is not unambiguous and is often interpreted in different ways. Exactly...

IFRA - safe fragrances in cosmetics

The world of fragrances in cosmetics is fascinating, but at the same time requires great responsibility. A fragrance that pleases the senses must be safe for the health of the user. This ...

White label versus private label in the cosmetics industry

White label in the beauty industry - what is it and what opportunities does it offer?

The cosmetics industry is growing rapidly and companies are looking for different strategies to establish themselves in the market. One popular business model is white labelling, the production of cosmetics by...

Kojic acid in cosmetics - new regulations

Kojic acid is a popular ingredient used in cosmetics for its brightening and anti-ageing properties. It is particularly valued in skin whitening products and...