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Phytonadione epoxide: preliminary Opinion of the SCCSSubscribers only

In June 2026, the SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) accepted the European Commission’s mandate to assess the safety of phytonadione epoxide. The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has just published its preliminary opinion.

CLH classifications: Intention for Terpineol, proposal for Capric acidSubscribers only

On November 4, 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) announced that terpineol was the subject of a harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) intention and that capric acid was the subject of a classification proposal.

Reminder - IFRA 52: entry into force of the Specification and Restriction StandardsSubscribers only

On 12 December 2025, the IFRA (International Fragrance Association) published the 52nd amendment to its Standards. Eleven months later, on 12 November 2026, the new Standards on specifications and restrictions came into force for new creations.

California targets three new PFAS under Proposition 65Subscribers only

On 30 October 2026, the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) published three notices of intent to list certain chemicals – PFAS – under Proposition 65. The consultation period is open until 30 November.

Alternatives to microbeads: an analysis by the RIVMSubscribers only

They have been banned since 2023. But in products where they were useful, they had to be replaced with something else. Are the alternatives to plastic microbeads safe for human health and the environment? That is the question the RIVM sought to answer in this analysis.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
When "Allergen-free" is essential for essential oilsSubscribers only
“Allergen-free.” The mention is still frequently found on cosmetic labels, a sign of strong consumer demand and the willingness of manufacturers to tr...
Friday, January 27, 2012
SCCS : Hearing on Fragrance AllergensSubscribers only
On 5 March 2012, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) advising the European Commission, will be organizing a scientific hearing on the...
Friday, January 6, 2012
Are nano-ingredients needed in sunscreens?Subscribers only
The question is asked by Australian M.Ds and experts. The Friends of the Earth association passes on the information now. Its conclusion: nano-particl...
Thursday, December 29, 2011
SCCS : 13th Plenary meetingSubscribers only
The SCCS 13th plenary meeting was held on December 13 and 14, 2011. On the agenda, opinions on allergens and nitrosamines in cosmetics; questions on H...
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Allergens in cosmetics: to an up-date of the list of 26Subscribers only
The list of 26 substances that shall be listed on a label, released in 1999, is, since a long time, the subject of a great deal of criticism: often co...
Monday, December 5, 2011
Glycolic AcidSubscribers only
Anti-wrinkles, anti-spots, anti-acne, anti-dull complexion … Glycolic Acid comes with attractive and promising claims. It is an element found both in ...
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Endocrine disruptors: a first sum up of the current scientific knowledgeSubscribers only
The 9th Congrès Parfums et Cosmétiques of the Cosmetic Valley (Conferences on Perfumes and Cosmetics), held in Chartres on 23 and 24 November 2011, is...
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Palm oil: an answer from L'Occitane en ProvenceSubscribers only
On November 22, 2011, the World Wildlife Fund has released a worrying report on the sustainable palm oil. It adds a classification of more than 130 co...
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Formaldehyde, in a more severe carcinogenic category?Subscribers only
Formaldehyde is used as a biocide, a preservative and a fixing agent, in many consumer goods and construction products … and also, on a small scale, i...
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Palm oil: not yet sustainable enough, says WWFSubscribers only
The warning comes from Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, released by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Companies in Europe, Australia and Japan are buying more ce...
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Aluminum in cosmetics dangerous to health (Afssaps)Subscribers only
The potential toxicity of aluminum in cosmetics has been a concern for several years. Often accused of promoting breast cancer or Alzheimer’s disease,...
Monday, October 31, 2011
Titanium dioxide nanoparticles: a danger for the brainSubscribers only
Titanium Dioxide nanoparticles are used in consumer goods such as paints, self-cleaning coatings, medicines or cosmetics. They are often present in su...
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