This new version incorporates the changes made to the Manual in March and June 2025.
It therefore includes three additional sections.

Section 1.10: Self-tanning concentrates

Question
Are self-tanning drops or concentrates intended to be mixed by the end-user with another cosmetic product to change the appearance of the skin, cosmetic products?

Answer: Yes
• For the purpose of this entry, self-tanning drops or concentrates are products that are applied onto the skin after being mixed with another cosmetic product (e.g. facial cream or body lotion), according to associated use instructions, in order to obtain a desired change to the appearance of the skin’ colour.
• Self-tanning drops or concentrates which are applied directly on the skin or require mixing by an end-user with another cosmetic product immediately before being applied to the skin can be considered cosmetic products and as such they must comply with the Cosmetics Regulation.
• All relevant information or instructions allowing for the safe use of self-tanning drops or concentrates must be provided to the end-user. This includes the indication of products that the self-tanning drops or concentrates can be mixed with as well as clear instructions about the mixing ratio.
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