Guides and insights on cosmetic testing & EU compliance.
Emulsion separation cosmetics: why creams and lotions split, the types of breakdown and how stability tests find it early.
Read more →Real time vs accelerated stability: what each test proves, how long it takes and which one your cosmetic product needs before launch.
Read more →Repeat insult patch test (HRIPT) explained: phases, panel size, what results mean and how it differs from a single patch test.
Read more →Hypoallergenic claim cosmetics: what EU law and the authorities expect, what evidence you need and which wording to avoid.
Read more →Sensitive skin claim cosmetics: what the law says, which evidence supports "for sensitive skin" and which wording to avoid.
Read more →How to patch test skincare at home: where to apply, how long to wait, what a reaction looks like and what brands should say.
Read more →Phenoxyethanol in cosmetics: EU limit of 1.0%, what the SCCS concluded, baby products and why you still need a challenge test.
Read more →Paraben free cosmetics explained: what EU law allows, which parabens are banned, what replaces them and the testing you still need.
Read more →Essential oils cosmetics safety: allergen labelling, phototoxicity, restricted components and the documents you need before selling in the EU.
Read more →Retinol EU regulation explained: Annex III limits in retinol equivalents, the 2025 and 2027 dates and the safety evidence you still need.
Read more →Microplastics cosmetics ban EU: what Regulation 2023/2055 covers, the 2027, 2029 and 2035 dates and how to reformulate in time.
Read more →PFAS cosmetics rules explained: what PFAS are, where they hide in formulas, which EU and national rules apply and how to audit your range.
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A challenge test is required for every cosmetic product except microbiologically low-risk ones, which are:
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