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EU Cosmetic Compliance Insights

Expert guidance on Regulation 1223/2009, allergen declarations, INCI nomenclature, and keeping your labels compliant.

How-To Guide

How to Check Your EU Cosmetic Label in 5 Steps

Practical step-by-step guide to verify your cosmetic label meets EU compliance requirements. Check responsible person details, INCI format, allergen declarations, warnings, and run a free audit.

May 2026 · 10 min read
Regulation Guide

Complete Guide to EU Cosmetic Label Requirements (Regulation 1223/2009)

Everything you need to know about mandatory label elements under EU Regulation 1223/2009: responsible person information, INCI nomenclature, allergen declarations, batch codes, and more.

April 2026 · 10 min read
Allergen Compliance

EU Allergen Labeling Changes 2026-2028: What Cosmetic Brands Must Know

EU Regulation 2023/1545 expands the fragrance allergen declaration list from 26 to 82 substances. Deadlines: July 2026 for new products, July 2028 for existing stock. What your brand must do now.

April 2026 · 8 min read
Regulation Guide

EU Cosmetic Responsible Person: Duties, Requirements & How to Comply

Every cosmetic sold in the EU needs a Responsible Person established in Europe. Who qualifies, what they must do (PIF, CPNP, adverse event reporting), and how non-EU brands appoint one.

April 2026 · 9 min read
Allergen Compliance

56 New Fragrance Allergens: Complete List, Thresholds & Compliance Deadline (EU 2023/1545)

All 56 new fragrance allergens added by EU Regulation 2023/1545 — INCI names, CAS numbers, declaration thresholds, and deep-dives on menthol, lavender oil, and tea tree oil. The implementation guide the July 2026 deadline demands.

April 2026 · 14 min read