Cosmetics are regulated in the European Union by Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. The main objectives of this regulation are to create a set of rules that all cosmetics comply with and to ensure a high level of protection for human health. One of the requirements of the regulation is that …
Cosmetics are defined by their intended use, as “articles intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled, or sprayed on, introduced into, or otherwise applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance” [FD&C Act, sec. 201(i)]. The products covered under this definition are skin moisturizers, perfumes, …
Cosmetovigilance is a new concept of safety monitoring of cosmetic products which refers to the post marketing surveillance of any health related undesirable effects possibly due to the use of cosmetic products. The purpose of Cosmetovigilance is to collect, analyze and assess the adverse reactions occurring in consumers to identify …
