Surviving EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
Regulatory
The EU does not care if your product is 'natural'. They care about the Margin of Safety (MoS). If your systemic exposure dosage (SED) exceeds the NOAEL of any ingredient, your product is illegal.
Core Analysis
Formulation and regulation are intrinsically linked. An ingredient that provides excellent yield stress might be restricted to 0.1% in the final formula due to toxicological concerns. Always cross-reference functional desires with regulatory constraints.
| Parameter | Critical Value | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | >45°C | Accelerates degradation kinetics |
| pH Range | 4.5 - 5.5 | Optimal for skin microbiome & organic acids |
| Water Activity (aw) | < 0.6 | Microbes cannot proliferate |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register every shade of lipstick?
Yes, on the CPNP (Cosmetic Products Notification Portal), though they can often be grouped if the base formulation is identical and only pigments change.
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