Planning and developing your desired skincare product can be daunting at the start, especially when you have to consider regulatory compliance. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Partnering with an experienced, proficient cosmetic manufacturer can help alleviate this stress, ensuring your product is safe for consumer use. But what exactly do you need to consider when creating a compliant cosmetic product?
Where are the Legal Requirements Set Out?
The rules and regulations surrounding the manufacture and sale of cosmetic products are set out in the EU Cosmetic Regulation. This regulation aims to ensure your products are safe for use and fit for purpose.
It is important to note that there are specific requirements for EU distribution and UK distribution. You should refer to both to ensure your product remains compliant.
Failure to comply with this regulation can result in penalties from fines to product recalls and can cause irreparable damage to your brand's reputation.
Requirements of the UK Cosmetic Regulation
A cosmetic brand should ensure that their product uses only safe ingredients by conducting appropriate tests and keeping up to date with safety alerts and product recalls. Two of the main requirements include:
Having a Responsible Person - Each cosmetic product listed for sale in the UK should have a ‘Responsible Person’ dedicated to ensuring the correct safety measures are followed, and legal obligations are met.
Keeping a Product Information File (PIF) - A file kept by the ‘Responsible Person’ that must be at the disposal of authorities in case of an inspection. This must include a product description, product safety report, GMP certificate, and evidence of the cosmetic product’s effects.
As your trusted cosmetic manufacturer, Statfold can act as your ‘Responsible Person’. This means we can take on the responsibility of undertaking all relevant testing and compliance checks, while also fronting the inspections.
What are the Regulations Surrounding Animal Testing?
The UK Cosmetic Regulation states that new cosmetic products cannot be placed on the market if the final formulation, ingredients, or any combination of ingredients used in a cosmetic product are subject to animal testing to meet these regulatory requirements.
By partnering with Statfold Natural Products, you can rest assured knowing that all of our manufactured cosmetic products are cruelty-free, vegan, and environmentally friendly!
Looking for a specific product? Check out our list of renowned white label cosmetics.
Labelling Requirements for Your Cosmetic Product
Did you know that labelling is a critical aspect of the UK Cosmetics Regulation? This regulation requires a brand’s cosmetic labels to be clear and to include things such as:
- Instructions for the safe use of a product
- A correct list of ingredients
- Product name(s)
- Manufacturer information
- Potential risks
- Precautions consumers should take, e.g. allergies
Look at our white label specification sheets to see exactly what ingredients are listed in each of our products.
Relevant Notification and Record Keeping
It is required that all cosmetic products intended for sale in the UK market are notified to the Cosmetic Product Notification Portal (CPNP) before they can be listed in the market. This includes disclosing detailed information, such as ingredient composition and the product’s intended use.
It is also ideal to keep a record of any measures taken to ensure cosmetic product compliance in regard to the UK Cosmetic Regulation. This should include anything from product testing to labelling and notification updates. This is useful to keep in preparation for an inspection or investigation.
Get in Touch
Not only do we provide an expert cosmetic manufacturing service, but we can also help you feel in control of your project by supporting project management, formulation and design, and contract filling and packaging.
If you’re looking to partner with an experienced and resourceful cosmetic manufacturer, fill out an enquiry form today. Alternatively, you can call us on 01827 830 871 or email us via sales@statfold-oils.co.uk for more guidance.
Bringing your desired cosmetic products to the market has never been easier than when working with Statfold Natural Products!