Skinsights

The SkinConsult blog

In Skinsights, you’ll read everything about cosmetics safety, GMP, the latest RAPEX-notifications or the newest EU legislation. We’ll also dive into the world of individual cosmetics ingredients and much, much more.

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Stability testing for cosmetics: What you need to know (2024)

It is crucial for cosmetics to be safe for use. Not only directly after opening a new product, but also after a week, month or even a year.

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Challenge test in cosmetics: What you need to know (2024)

It’s important that cosmetic products have a long expiration date. That’s why cosmetics are tested for their shelf-life. One of these ways to test this is the challenge test.

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Everything you need to know about cosmetics compliance and the cosmetics regulation (2024)

If you want to sell or manufacture cosmetic products it is important that you make yourself familiar with the cosmetics law and legislation. Here you can read all the essential information.

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RAPEX alerts in the cosmetics industry: Wake-up calls for producers and consumers

Cosmetic products must be safe for use. But who checks this in the EU? And what happens when a product turns out NOT to be safe?

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Safely dropship cosmetics (incl. 6 awesome tips)

Unfortunately, still too many entrepreneurs and business owners with a cosmetics brand need to deal with the shadow side of dropshipping. We’ll explain how you can make dropshipping cosmetics in a safe and responsible way.

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PIF dossiers: How to make a product information file for cosmetics

Simply bringing cosmetic products to the EU market isn’t allowed. Every product must firstly comply with European legislation. One requirement is the presence of a product information file.

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Legislative change European Commission: Fragrance allergens in cosmetics

There is a plan ready from the European Commission for new legislation on fragrance allergens in cosmetics. We will tell you how you can prepare for this legislative change.

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Microplastics in cosmetics: What do you need to know?

Many companies want to market their cosmetic products as ‘microplastic-free’. How do you do this and to what should you pay attention?

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