In the cosmetics industry, it is essential to be aware of the cosmetic claims preferred by consumers. Recognising the specific needs of consumers helps to improve the image and prestige of a brand. Knowing these cosmetic claims makes it possible to create more appealing product designs and labels for users and to develop marketing plans focused on these most demanded needs. In addition to attracting consumers...
On 7 August 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, issued draft guidance on cosmetic product facility registrations and product listings, as mandated by the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA). The draft guidance will assist stakeholders with cosmetic product facility registration and product listing submissions to FDA, by describing who is responsible for making the registration and listing...
The European Commission has approved a new Regulation concerning the use of CMR substances (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, or Toxic) in cosmetic products. On July 19, 2023, the Commission adapted Regulation (2023/1490), which amends Annex II of the Cosmetic Products Regulation to include substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic to reproduction, in accordance with Delegated Regulation (2022/692). Contents of the Regulation on CMR...
On 29 December 2022, President Biden signed into law the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023. Modernization of Cosmetic Regulation. Act, “MoCRA”, is the first major update to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) cosmetics authorities since 1938 and introduces significant changes. MOCRA'S KEY PROVISIONS Sec. 605 Adverse Effect Adverse effects caused by the use of the product must be reported to the FDA within...
With the ever-changing cosmetic industry and ever-evolving Generation Z, we ask ourselves: What does Generation Z expect from today's beauty brands? According to the Cosmetic Executive Women’s 2021 report, Generation Z is the most fluid and diverse group. This group of consumers constantly challenges standards of traditional beauty and is very mindful of brand sustainability and transparency. Cosmewax has analysed this generation...
On 1 February 2022, the European Commission released Regulation (EU) 2022/135 amending Cosmetic Regulation as regards the use of Methyl-N-methylanthranilate in cosmetic products. ...
It’s the start of a new year and the skincare world is getting ready for the next new thing, as well as consolidating existing beauty trends that have been around for a while. If we had to sum up what's in store in just two words, it would be “clean” and “simple”. According to the cosmetics experts at Cosmewax, these are...
On 26-27 June 2012 the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS ) published an opinion on Fragrance allergens in cosmetic products SCCS 1459 11.In it, the SCCS stated that consumers should be informed about additional fragrance ingredients in cosmetic products, on top of those 26 already subject to individual labeling.Due to the difficulty of labeling this amount of ingredients on a...
Have you heard about Cruelty Free? Sure, but you should know that there is a lot of misinformation and confusion on the part of specialized media and companies in the cosmetic sector around these words, which, in recent weeks have generated a huge number of headlines by putting the debate in society. The "Cruelty Free" is a movement whose purpose is...
COSMEWAX, S.A. has been beneficiary of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), one of the main financial instruments of European cohesion policy. Its objective is to contribute to reducing the differences between the levels of development of the European regions. Therefore, a Technical Security Audit has been implemented to improve the competitiveness and productivity of the company, in addition to improving the...