Cosmetic compliance guides
Plain-English guides to UK, EU and US cosmetic rules: safety reports, notifications, labelling, ingredients and shelf life. Written and checked by qualified safety assessors.
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CPSR & Safety ReportsNet Quantity, Batch Codes & RP Address on Cosmetic Labels
Learn how to correctly label cosmetic net quantity, batch codes, Responsible Person details and country of origin to meet UK and EU cosmetic labelling requirements.
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Responsible PersonCosmetic Label Warnings & Mandatory Statements (UK & EU)
Learn the mandatory statements every cosmetic label must include, from Responsible Person details and product function to warnings, language requirements and legal labelling rules for UK and EU compliance.
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How to Label Fragrance Allergens on Cosmetics (UK & EU)
Learn which fragrance allergens must be declared on cosmetic labels, the leave on and rinse off thresholds, the expanded EU allergen rules, and how to correctly label essential oils for UK and EU compliance.
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CPSR & Safety ReportsThe PAO Symbol & Best Before Dates on Cosmetics Explained
Learn the difference between the PAO (open-jar) symbol and the best-before date on cosmetic labels. Understand the 30-month rule, shelf life requirements, stability testing, and UK/EU cosmetic labelling compliance.
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CPSR & Safety ReportsCosmetic Ingredient Lists & INCI Names Explained (UK & EU)
Learn how to create a compliant cosmetic ingredient list using INCI names, the correct ingredient order, the 1% rule, fragrance allergens, CI numbers, and UK/EU cosmetic labelling requirements.
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CPSR & Safety ReportsResponsible Person Obligations & Penalties (UK & EU)
Learn the legal duties of a cosmetic Responsible Person, including CPSR, PIF, SCPN/CPNP notification, labelling, record-keeping, and the penalties for non-compliance in the UK and EU.
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CPSR & Safety ReportsCan I Be My Own Responsible Person? (UK & EU Rules)
Can you be your own Responsible Person for cosmetics? Learn when you can act as your own UK or EU RP, your legal responsibilities, Brexit limitations, and when appointing a third-party Responsible Person is required.
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Do You Need an EU Responsible Person? (UK Sellers' Guide)
Learn when you need an EU Responsible Person (EU RP), who can act as your EU RP after Brexit, and how to comply with EU cosmetic regulations, CPNP notification, labelling, and Responsible Person requirements before selling across the European Union.
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CPSR & Safety ReportsDo You Need a UK Responsible Person? (Post-Brexit Guide)
Learn when you need a UK Responsible Person (RP) for cosmetics after Brexit. Understand UK RP duties, importer obligations, marketplace requirements, third-party RP services, and how to stay compliant when selling in Great Britain.
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CPSR & Safety ReportsWhat Is a Responsible Person for Cosmetics? (UK & EU Guide)
Learn what a Cosmetic Responsible Person (RP) is, their legal duties, and why every cosmetic sold in the UK and EU must have one. Discover UK vs EU RP requirements, Brexit changes, third-party RP services, and common compliance mistakes.
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CPSR & Safety ReportsDo You Need to Notify Every Variant? Cosmetic Notification & Ranges
Learn how cosmetic product variants are notified under SCPN and CPNP. Discover when each shade, scent, or colour needs separate notification, how one CPSR can cover multiple variants, and how to keep your UK and EU cosmetic registrations compliant.
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How to Notify a Cosmetic Product: A Step-by-Step Guide (UK & EU)
Learn how to notify cosmetic products in the UK and EU with this step-by-step guide. Discover the SCPN and CPNP process, required documents, Responsible Person requirements, common mistakes, and how to complete notification correctly.
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