China Bans Seven Cosmetic Ingredients in Regulatory Update

Cosmetic Product Group Standard 2026 in New Zealand 

SummaryNew Zealand’s EPA confirms that the updated Cosmetic Products Group Standard 2020, revised in 2024 to align with EU practices, takes effect on 1 January 2026. Key changes extend oversight to all cosmetics containing hazardous substances, including PFAS, with...
ASEAN bans two ingredients in cosmetic products

ASEAN bans two ingredients in cosmetic products

Substance:  2-ethyl-2-[[(1-oxoallyl)oxy]methyl]-1,3-propanediyl diacrylate; 2,2-bis(acryloyloxymethyl)butyl acrylate; trimethylolpropane triacrylate and phenacetin are now banned for use in cosmetic products sold in the ASEAN region. 4 new revisions are also included...