EU PFAS Restrictions in Cosmetics Go Full Force on 10 October
The EU REACH transitional period covering PFAS compounds in cosmetics expires 10 October 2026. Products containing restricted PFAS cannot be placed on the EU market after that date. The third autumn beauty compliance deadline after July 30 (INCI) and July 31 (allergens).
EU Cosmetics INCI Glossary Updated to 30,418 Entries — Mandatory from 30 July
348 new INCI entries — total now 30,418 — become mandatory for EU cosmetic labels from 30 July 2026. Brands launching new EU SKUs after that date must cross-check formulations against the updated glossary before labelling. One day before the fragrance allergen deadline.
82 Substances, 31 Days: The EU Fragrance Allergen Deadline US Beauty Brands Can’t Ignore
The EU fragrance allergen list reaches 82 restricted substances under Regulation 2023/1545. Labels on affected EU SKUs must be updated before 31 July. New production must comply immediately. A Responsible Person designation is required to sell fragrance products in the EU at all.