Labelling & Claims: 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.
Labelling & Claims
Labelling & ClaimsSelling Cosmetics in Northern Ireland: Windsor Framework Rules and CPNP Notification Requirements for UK Brands
Selling cosmetics in Northern Ireland? Learn how the Windsor Framework affects EU cosmetic regulations, Responsible Person requirements, CPNP notifications, CPSR compliance, allergen labelling and UK-wide sales.
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Fragrance & IFRAFragrance Allergen Labelling: The Expanded EU List, 2026 & 2028 Deadlines and Great Britain Rules
EU fragrance allergen rules have expanded from 26 to more than 80 substances. Learn the 2026 and 2028 deadlines, updated supplier statements, GB and EU label differences, threshold calculations, and the CPSR and PIF updates needed for compliant cosmetic labels.
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Ingredients & AllergensUS vs UK and EU Cosmetics Rules: A Side-by-Side Guide for Brands Using Cosmetic Compliance UK EU
UK, EU and US cosmetic rules differ in safety assessments, registration, ingredients, labelling and claims. Learn what UK/EU brands can reuse under MoCRA, where US requirements differ, and how to prepare compliant products for the American market.
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Labelling & ClaimsCosmetic Labelling Requirements: 14 Things to Check Before Printing
Learn the 14 essential cosmetic label compliance checks before printing. Discover how to verify Responsible Person details, ingredients, allergens, warnings, PAO, batch numbers, claims, language and legibility against the CPSR and UK/EU requirements.
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Consumer GuidesHow Long Do Skincare Products Last After Opening? The Cosmetic Product Safety Report Behind PAO, Best Before Dates and Product Type Guidance
Learn how long skincare products last after opening, what the PAO and best-before symbols mean, and how stability, preservation, packaging and product type determine shelf life.
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CPSR & Safety ReportsHow Can I Make Sure My Cosmetic Formula Is Compliant in Different Markets? A Practical Method for the UK, EU, US and Beyond
Learn how to create one cosmetic formula for multiple markets, including the UK, EU, US and Canada. Discover ingredient restrictions, safety assessments, Responsible Person requirements, product notifications and labelling rules for a smoother international product launch.
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Labelling & ClaimsCosmetic Labeling Regulations in the UK and EU: Materials, Compatibility, Packaging and Waste
Learn how cosmetic packaging affects UK and EU compliance, from CPSR compatibility and mandatory labelling to REACH, UK EPR and EU PPWR. Discover the packaging checks, testing and producer responsibilities brands need to manage.
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