Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 is the European Union law that ensures cosmetics sold in the EU are safe for consumers. It sets requirements for product safety assessments, proper labeling, and ingredient transparency. Manufacturers must register their products in a central database and follow strict rules to prevent misleading claims. The regulation also mandates reporting of adverse effects and bans certain harmful substances. Overall, it aims to protect health while promoting high safety standards and consumer confidence in cosmetic products within the EU market.