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Latest Cosmetic Compliance in EU & US: How to Avoid Bans, Product Delays & Costly Reformulations

Latest Cosmetic Compliance in EU & US: How to Avoid Bans, Product Delays & Costly Reformulations
Language: English
Length: 90 min

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Course Description

Tired of constantly playing catch-up with the latest cosmetic regulations in the EU and US? Feeling overwhelmed by the increasing complexity of compliance, especially with new restrictions like the revised formaldehyde limits, UV filter bans? This course will provide you with the knowledge and strategies to navigate these challenges and stay ahead of the curve.


Join regulatory expert Karen Mann & learn easily how to:

  • Quickly assess if your current formulas meet 2024–2025 requirements including MoCRA, EU Regulation EC No 1223/2009, and microplastics bans.
  • Adapt to ingredient bans and labeling shifts (formaldehyde warnings, nanomaterials, whitening agents, UV filters).
  • Reformulate smarter by choosing compliant ingredient alternatives with less rework.
  • Confidently make claims (anti-aging, sustainable, etc.) without triggering regulatory red flags.
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Karen LV Mann
Karen LV Mann
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KarenLV MANN PhD is the Founder and Owner of CosmetiChroma, a technical, scientific training and consulting company founded recently in July 2024, created for cosmetic industry professionals and businesses looking to master cosmetics development and global launches with confidence.

Karen has been in the cosmetic industry for 20 years, most recently as Global Head of Regulatory and Quality at Dolce&Gabbana in Milan.  Prior experience included 12 years at L’Oréal in Paris and Global Director of Regulatory at Intercos in Italy.  Other experience included Consumer Advisory, Public Relations, Supply Chain and within client Management, Quality, Scientific Affairs, and Regulatory Research & Development at the Senior Management level.  Equally, Karen has participated in lobbying at Cosmetic Trade Industry Association working groups such as Cosmetics Europe (EU) dealing with China, REACh at CTPA (UK), and the Middle East at FEBEA (France). So far, Karen has held webinars, written training courses on Regulatory and Scientific Affairs, and several articles on her company website.

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Why should you view this course?

EU and US cosmetic regulations are changing fast and it’s getting tougher. From new ingredient bans and toxicological thresholds to stricter labeling rules and rising pressure for sustainability compliance, both the EU and US are tightening the rules that directly impact formulation, claims, packaging, and market access. 

 In 2024–2025 alone, regulators have banned key UV filters, restricted widely used actives, and introduced mandatory formaldehyde warnings. The fallout? Brands and formulators are scrambling to update product lines, rework claims, and maintain compliance. 

 

This course gives you clear, expert-backed strategies to protect your formulations and stay compliant without sacrificing product efficacy, speed, or innovation. You’ll walk away with the confidence to: 

  1. Get clarity on the 2025 regulatory changes

    Understand how new rules in the EU and US (including EC No 1223/2009) are reshaping product development — and what you must do now to stay compliant.

  2. Know exactly which ingredients are being banned or restricted

    Stay ahead of UV filter and whitening active bans, learn upcoming deadlines, and discover safe ingredient swaps that won’t compromise performance.

  3. Avoid surprise formaldehyde warnings

    Learn how to meet the new 10 ppm threshold and reformulate to prevent toxicological issues or unwanted warning labels.

  4. Streamline safety testing under new global standards

    Ensure your product safety assessments are valid even under tightening restrictions and animal testing bans.

  5. Learn from real-world case studies and brand strategies

    See how top brands are reformulating after ingredient bans and use ready-to-apply checklists to accelerate your compliance workflow.

Who should join this course?

  • Formulators & R&D Scientists looking for alternative ingredients and reformulations strategies to be compliant with recent regulotory changes

  • Regulatory & Compliance Professionals struggling to decipher the latest regulations

  • Cosmetic Brand Owners & Manufacturers to understand the latest regulatory landscape

  • Complete the course and (unlock your personalized certificate)– your badge of accomplishment awaits!

  • This course is suitable for advanced level proficiency
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Questions you will be able to answer after this course:

  1. Do I need to change my label or issue a formaldehyde warning now?

  2. Are in vitro or alternative testing methods acceptable in the EU and US now?

  3. Can I still use existing inventory if the ingredient is banned next year?

  4. What claims are now considered misleading or risky to use?

Course Outline

Introduction to Global Cosmetic Regulations 

  1. Key regulatory authorities: EU (EC No 1223/2009), US (MoCRA). 
  2. Overview of 2024–2025 regulatory changes and their impact on product development. 

Ingredient Bans & Restrictions – What You Need to Know 

  1. Banned ingredients 
  2. Deadlines for compliance 
  3. Identifying safe and compliant ingredient alternatives. 
  4. Reformulation strategies. 

Formaldehyde Warning & Toxicological Compliance 

  1. Understanding the lowered 10 ppm threshold for formaldehyde-releasing preservatives. 
  2. Deadlines for compliance: new vs. existing products. 
  3. Formulation strategies to avoid formaldehyde warnings on labels. 

Compliance with EU & US Testing and Safety Requirements 

  1. Required safety assessments for ingredient changes. 
  2. Alternative testing methods to align with global animal testing bans. 

Labeling, Claims & Marketing Compliance 

  1. Avoiding misleading product claims – key differences in EU vs. US regulations. 
  2. Understanding the impact of the latest updates on anti-aging, whitening, and UV protection claims. 
  3. Best practices for regulatory-compliant marketing. 

Green Compliance & Environmental Regulations 

  1. Microplastics ban: key impact on formulation and packaging. 
  2. Compliance with eco-labeling requirements (COSMOS, NATRUE). 
  3. How to substantiate sustainability claims and avoid greenwashing risks. 

Practical Compliance Strategies & Case Studies 

  1. How brands are successfully navigating regulatory changes. 
  2. Case study: Reformulating a sunscreen after UV filter bans. 
  3. Compliance checklists to ensure smooth market entry. 

Future Outlook & Upcoming Regulations

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Prerequisites for this course

It is recommended that participants have a basic understanding of:

  • Function of common ingredients such as UV filters, preservatives, and actives.
  • The cosmetic product development process, particularly how formulations move from concept to market.
  • Regulatory fundamentals, such as ingredient restrictions, labeling guidelines, and safety assessment requirements in the EU and US.
Latest Cosmetic Compliance in EU & US: How to Avoid Bans, Product Delays & Costly Reformulations
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