New ingredient control and updated testing method for cosmetic safety standard in South Korea

Thailand Updated prohibited cosmetics listing

Summary: Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health has updated cosmetic ingredient regulations, adding 17 new prohibited substances, clarifying barium salt restrictions, and setting limits for octocrylene and sodium hydroxymethyl glycinate. New labelling requirements apply...
California on hair relaxers and menstrual products

Washington State – Formaldehyde restriction

Washington State’s new rule, effective 1st of January 2027, restricts the manufacture, sale, and distribution of products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing chemicals (25 identified substances). Existing stock can be sold until 31st of December 2027.The...