Cosmetic Compliance

Bringing a cosmetic product to market in the UK and EU requires strict compliance with Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and UK Cosmetic Regulations. Every ingredient, claim, and process must be fully documented and compliant before a product can be legally sold.

Our team ensures your cosmetic products meet all safety, labelling, and regulatory requirements so you can launch with confidence while we handle compliance.

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Comprehensive Cosmetic Compliance for Global Brands

Formulation Compliance

We assess your cosmetic formulation against UK and EU banned and restricted substance lists to ensure compliance. We also review potential allergens, phototoxic ingredients, and the need for specific IFRA 51 fragrance restrictions for perfumed products. If any components exceed permitted limits or require special warnings, we’ll flag them and provide expert guidance.

Label & Packaging Reviews

Cosmetic labels must follow INCI ingredient listing rules, allergen disclosure requirements, and regulatory formatting standards. We ensure your packaging is fully compliant and that marketing claims are legally substantiated, avoiding misleading or unauthorized claims.

Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)

Before a cosmetic product can be sold in the UK or EU, it must undergo a comprehensive safety assessment conducted by a certified toxicologist. Complizon has an in-house safety assessor who evaluates your formulation, ensuring it meets toxicological, dermatological, and regulatory requirements. This allows us to provide fast, reliable CPSRs without delays.

Product Information File (PIF) Preparation

A Product Information File (PIF) is a legal requirement for all cosmetic products sold in the UK and EU. We compile a fully compliant dossier that includes:

✅ Full ingredient list with restrictions

✅ Toxicological profile and safety data

✅ Stability and microbiological test results

✅ Product claims substantiation

✅ IFRA 51 compliance (for perfumed products)

✅ CPSR (Cosmetic Product Safety Report)

This ensures you are audit-ready and fully compliant with regulatory authorities.

UK & EU Responsible Person (RP) Service

If your company is not legally established in the UK or EU, you must appoint a Responsible Person (RP) who takes legal responsibility for compliance. We act as your RP, ensuring:

✅ Safety assessments and compliance checks

✅ Cosmetic Product Notification Portal (CPNP) & UK SCPN submissions

✅ Handling of regulatory requests & post-market surveillance

This service ensures your products meet all UK and EU legal obligations and can be sold without interruption.

What Do You Need to Become Compliant in the UK and EU?

  
        Requirement
        What It Means
        Why It Matters
      
        Formulation Compliance
        Your product must comply with Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (EU) and UK Cosmetic Regulations. This includes checking banned/restricted substances, allergens, phototoxic ingredients, and IFRA 51 fragrance limits.
        Non-compliant ingredients can result in product bans, legal enforcement, or recalls.
      
        Label & Packaging Compliance
        Cosmetic labels must follow INCI ingredient listing, allergen disclosure requirements, and regulatory formatting standards. Claims must be scientifically substantiated.
        Misleading claims or incorrect labeling can lead to enforcement actions and product removals.
      
        Product Information File (PIF)
        A PIF is legally required before selling a cosmetic product in the UK or EU. It includes formulation data, toxicology reports, stability test results, and compliance documentation.
        Missing or incomplete PIFs can result in regulatory penalties or sales restrictions.
      
        Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)
        All cosmetics must undergo a safety assessment by a qualified toxicologist, resulting in a CPSR.
        Without a CPSR, a product cannot legally be sold in the UK or EU.
      
        Stability & Challenge Testing
        To ensure safety and longevity, products must undergo stability testing and, if water-based, preservative efficacy testing (Challenge Test).
        Failure to test stability can lead to product degradation, microbial contamination, and recalls.
      
        Responsible Person (RP) Service
        Non-UK/EU brands must appoint a Responsible Person to handle compliance, regulatory submissions, and product safety oversight.
        Without an RP, your products cannot legally be placed on the UK or EU markets.

Requirement	What It Means	Why It Matters
Formulation Compliance	Your product must comply with Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (EU) and UK Cosmetic Regulations. This includes checking banned/restricted substances, allergens, phototoxic ingredients, and IFRA 51 fragrance limits.	Non-compliant ingredients can result in product bans, legal enforcement, or recalls.
Label & Packaging Compliance	Cosmetic labels must follow INCI ingredient listing, allergen disclosure requirements, and regulatory formatting standards. Claims must be scientifically substantiated.	Misleading claims or incorrect labeling can lead to enforcement actions and product removals.
Product Information File (PIF)	A PIF is legally required before selling a cosmetic product in the UK or EU. It includes formulation data, toxicology reports, stability test results, and compliance documentation.	Missing or incomplete PIFs can result in regulatory penalties or sales restrictions.
Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)	All cosmetics must undergo a safety assessment by a qualified toxicologist, resulting in a CPSR.	Without a CPSR, a product cannot legally be sold in the UK or EU.
Stability & Challenge Testing	To ensure safety and longevity, products must undergo stability testing and, if water-based, preservative efficacy testing (Challenge Test).	Failure to test stability can lead to product degradation, microbial contamination, and recalls.
Responsible Person (RP) Service	Non-UK/EU brands must appoint a Responsible Person to handle compliance, regulatory submissions, and product safety oversight.	Without an RP, your products cannot legally be placed on the UK or EU markets.