The European Commission has adopted Regulation (EU) 2024/996, amending the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009, to introduce new restrictions on Vitamin A (Retinol and its esters), Alpha-Arbutin, Arbutin, Triclosan, and several endocrine-disrupting ingredients. Published on April 3, 2024, this update aims to reinforce consumer safety and align ingredient limits with the latest SCCS (Scientific… Continue reading EU Cosmetic Regulation 2024/996: What Cosmetic Brands Need to Do Before 2025