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Excessive cadmium exposure: Cosmetics account for... very little indeedSubscribers only

In a report whose findings were published on March 25, 2026, ANSES confirms that the French population is overexposed to cadmium, a trace metal classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, and toxic to reproduction. The result: while diet is the primary source of exposure, cosmetics also play a role—albeit a minor one—in consumer exposure.

PIFs for small cosmetics companies: 4 out of 5 are incompleteSubscribers only

During an investigation targeting very small businesses in the French cosmetics sector, the DGCCRF noted an overall insufficient level of knowledge and understanding of regulatory provisions among these small operators new to the market, emphasizing that they are, by definition, at higher risk of non-compliance and ignorance of regulations.

The issues surrounding a classification of sodium fluorideSubscribers only

On 18 December 2025, the French ANSES published an article on its website explaining the reasons that led it to propose a CLH classification of sodium fluoride as ED HH 1 and Repr. 1B. The information was widely reported in the mainstream media, prompting FEBEA to issue a clarification.

2nd update of ED Lists for 2025Subscribers only

Since 2020, the “Endocrine Disruptor Lists” website, drawn up and updated twice a year by five national authorities from European Union Member States, has been listing substances proven or suspected to act as endocrine disruptors. The latest update was published this December 2025.

Combating greenwashing: a update from the DGCCRFSubscribers only

During an online morning session on “new horizons in the fight against greenwashing,” the DGCCRF provided an update on its inspections for 2023 and 2024. The results show that more than 15% of the professionals inspected had committed serious violations.
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Cosmetics control authorities: the new French organisationSubscribers only
The principle was ratified at the end of 2022 by a provision inserted in the Finance Act for 2023 and will come into force gradually from 2024. At the...
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
GMP certification soon to be compulsory in FranceSubscribers only
This is one of the consequences of the reorganisation of the French cosmetics control authorities, initiated by the Finance Act for 2023. The ANSM is ...
Monday, November 20, 2023
An ED Lists updateSubscribers only
Since 2020, the “Endocrine Disruptor Lists” website, developed and maintained by five national authorities in European Union Member States, lists subs...
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Chlorhexidine: French ANSM warns of risk of immediate serious allergic reactionSubscribers only
On 30 November 2023, the French National Agency for Safety and Health Products (ANSM) published a press release warning consumers of the risk of aller...
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Toxicity of UV filters on corals: the French Anses recommendationsSubscribers only
On 18 September 2023, the Anses published an expert report drawn up in collaboration with the OFB (Office Français de la Biodiversité - French Biodive...
Monday, August 28, 2023
Consultation on the French Anses draft RMOA on OctocryleneSubscribers only
On 26 July 2023, the French Ministry for Ecological Transition opened a public consultation on the Anses’ draft Regulatory Management Option Analysis ...
Monday, July 10, 2023
French Anses calls for a ban on Octocrylene in sunscreensSubscribers only
The information was revealed by France Info on 7 July 2023. The French National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety (Anses) ...
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Professional products sold to consumers: results of the DGCCRF investigationSubscribers only
Some cosmetic products are “for professional use only”, particularly when they contain substances that are subject to restrictions or in higher concen...
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Environmental claims: results of the first DGCCRF investigationSubscribers only
In 2021 and 2022, the DGCCRF conducted an unprecedented investigation into the control of environmental claims used to promote non-food products and s...
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Environmental claims: the CNC Guide has been updated!Subscribers only
This long-awaited update was published on 25 May 2023. Intended primarily for consumers, the CNC’s (Conseil National de la Consommation - French Natio...
Monday, May 22, 2023
Nanomaterials: Anses calls for a more protective definitionSubscribers only
In an expert report published on 17 May 2023, the French National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety (ANSES) calls on the F...
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
The French Academy of Medicine warns of the risks of semi-permanent varnishesSubscribers only
In the last 10 years, the nail salon sector has grown significantly. Institutes specialising in nail beauty and “nail bars” are developing and in 2010...
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