[PDF] Parabens used in cosmetics cosmetics and personal care products

What is the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory?

Used in conjunction with the EU cosmetic ingredient Inventory, published in 1996 (Commission Decision 96/335/EC) and updated in 2006 (Commission Decision 2006/257/EC), which is indexed by these names, it will be possible for ingredients to be rapidly and correctly identified from the information given on product labels.

What is a cosmetic ingredient name?

The common name for ingredient labelling referred to in the EU regulations is known as the International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient name or INCI name. It is based on a nomenclature developed jointly by the EU and US cosmetic industries. The INCI name was previously known as the CTFA (the US Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association) name.

What products are covered under Article 1 of the Cosmetics Directive?

The current requirement therefore applies to products covered under Article 1 of the Cosmetics Directive, including imported products, professional products, free samples, tester samples, multi-component products, products sold by mail order, products provided in hotels and other public facilities.

Are cosmetic product claims regulated?

Cosmetic product claims are subject to a framework of regulation and self-regulation that is comprehensive and ensures a high level of consumer protection1 from misleading claims. This framework combines horizontal (i.e. applying to all advertising and commercial practices) and cosmetic-specific legislation with self-regulation.