PFAS ban in France officially enters into force

PFAS ban in France officially enters into force

Summary: From the 1st of January, France bans PFAS in cosmetics, though trace amounts are exempt. Companies should check materials, processes, and products, explore alternatives, and monitor PFAS emissions. On the 1st of January the PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl...
HSE’s comments on Talc

HSE’s comments on Talc

Summary: Talc may face a CMR 1B classification under the EU CLP, potentially banning its use in cosmetics. However, the HSE states current data are insufficient to classify it as carcinogenic, so products containing talc remain unaffected for now. In the EU, Talc...
TPO and DMPT Now Banned in Cosmetics Across Andean Community

TPO and DMPT ban in cosmetics in Brazil

SummaryFollowing the EU, Brazil’s ANVISA has banned TPO and DMPT in nail products due to long-term health risks. Companies must cease sales of affected products by 1st of February 2026, after which any remaining products containing these substances must be recalled....