Basic Brown 16 (C009) – SCCS Final Opinion

Basic Brown 16 (C009) – SCCS Final Opinion

On 10th of February 2026, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) concluded that Basic Brown (C009) is not safe, due to evidence suggesting potential mutagenicity. It is commonly used in non-oxidative hair dye products. The SCCS published their final...
Basic Brown 16 (C009) – SCCS Final Opinion

Basic Blue 99 (C059) – SCCS Final Opinion

On 10th of February 2026, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) concluded that Basic Blue 99 (C059) is not safe, citing potential genotoxicity and its classification as a skin sensitiser, commonly used in non-oxidative hair dyes. The SCCS published their...
Basic Brown 16 (C009) – SCCS Final Opinion

Prostaglandin Analogues – SCCS Final Opinion

On 10th of February 2026, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) concluded that certain prostaglandin analogues are not considered safe for use in eyebrow and eyelash growth products, based on available research, although non-genotoxic carcinogenicity...
Basic Brown 16 (C009) – SCCS Final Opinion

8th CMR Omnibus published

Summary: The 22nd ATP to the EU CLP came into effect following the 8th CMR Omnibus publication on 13th of January 2026. It updates Annexes II–V, covering prohibited and restricted substances, colorants, and preservatives in cosmetics. The off-shelf deadline for...