The Rules Governing the use of cosmetics in the European Union

The EU Cosmetics Directive (76/768/EEC) provides the industry with guidelines and introduces a legal responsibility for companies to give the assurance that products reaching the market place are not only microbiologically safe but will also continue to be safe throughout the products life.

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Cosmetics Legislation - Cosmetic Products   (file size 703KB)

Cosmetics Legislation - Methods of Analysis   (file size 724KB)

Cosmetics Legislation - Guidelines   (file size 275KB)

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