HRIPT vs Patch Test: What are the differences and benefits
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In the realm of cosmetic products, ensuring safety and minimizing the risk of adverse reactions is paramount. Patch tests and Human...
Margarida Lindo
- Apr 8
- 3 min
Nutrition and Health Claims for food labeling
The voluntary inclusion of nutritional or health claims on food labels can be a good help to encourage consistent and high-quality...
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Margarida Lindo
- Mar 25
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The importance of performing safety tests on cosmetic products
According to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council, a cosmetic product made available on the market...
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Margarida Lindo
- Mar 12
- 2 min
The importance of food labeling
Labels are essential elements of communication between products and consumers, and it is extremely important that all the information on...
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Margarida Lindo
- Feb 26
- 3 min
New Updates on Cosmetics with Microplastics in Europe
Microplastics are usually defined as small solid particles, usually microscopic, made of a synthetic polymer and when released into the...
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Luis Figueiredo
- Jan 30
- 2 min
Conservation in Cosmetics: Navigating CITES Convention
"CITES" stands for the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. It is an international agreement...
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Luis Figueiredo
- Jan 16
- 3 min
European Updates on Nanomaterials
The integration of nanotechnology in various industries has extended to the cosmetic sector, where nanomaterials are gaining prominence....
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Luis Figueiredo
- Jan 10
- 2 min
Are Children's Toys Cosmetics?
Can a cosmetic product also be a toy? The age of the person on which a substance or mixture is applied for cosmetic purposes is not a...
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Luis Figueiredo
- Dec 19, 2023
- 3 min
Cannabis in Cosmetics
Cannabis is a plant that has been used for a variety of purposes throughout history, from medicinal to recreational to industrial.
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Pharmilab
- Nov 13, 2023
- 3 min
Sunscreen Products - European Regulatory Framework
Sunscreen products play a crucial role in protecting the skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, preventing sunburn, premature...
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Pharmilab
- Oct 18, 2023
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Cosmetics e-commerce: What are the obligations?
Since the beginning of the pandemic, online sales have grown even faster, with many brands increasing their focus on digital channels,...
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Pharmilab
- Oct 18, 2023
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The CPNP (Cosmetic Products Notification Portal) Notification
In different international markets the safety, quality, efficacy, and labeling of cosmetic products have different requirements, and in some
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Pharmilab
- Oct 18, 2023
- 2 min
The differences in ingredients between EU and UK regulations
Since leaving the European Union, the United Kingdom has established its own regulation on cosmetic products. However, while the primary...
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Pharmilab
- Sep 16, 2021
- 4 min
International retail - How to be prepared
Many companies want to sell their products to different countries expanding their brand to new markets.
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Pharmilab
- Feb 24, 2021
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RAPEX Alert: Fructis by Garnier Hair Food-Shampoos and Conditioners
According to information transmitted by the European Commission through Alert No. A11/00001/21, notified in the RAPEX1 System by the Belgian
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Luis Figueiredo
- Jan 6, 2021
- 4 min
United Kingdom Cosmetics Regulation (UKCR)
The UK left the EU on 31 January 2020 with a Withdrawal Agreement (deal).
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Luis Figueiredo
- Mar 29, 2019
- 3 min
Regulations of Swiss Cosmetics
Switzerland is a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), but has not signed the European Economic Area (EEA) Agreement....
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