The category of cosmetic products includes a wide range of beauty, personal hygiene, and care products: from skin and hair care products to perfumes and decorative cosmetics. Although most product categories are harmonised at the EU level, outside the EU, the labelling of products with the same composition, the notification of cosmetics, and other steps may vary significantly depending on the country to which they are supplied.
Navigating the multitude of requirements applicable to cosmetic products can be challenging. The regulatory process poses challenges for both new brands just launching their first products and established companies seeking to supply their products to new markets.Every year, clients from more than 20 countries place their trust in the INTRA VIRES team. Our experts are ready to provide professional assistance to ensure that your products comply with legal and market standards, and that you avoid crises arising from regulatory non-compliance in your daily business practice and maintain an impeccable brand reputation.
Considering individual needs, we advise on various issues and participate in different stages of cosmetics regulation. Depending on your needs and preferences, consultations can take place in person, by phone, or online (in writing or by video call). We also have a network of reliable partners, thanks to which we can successfully implement multilateral projects according to the target markets where the supply of cosmetic products is planned.
Frequently asked questions and topics we consult on
- Requirements for cosmetic products are set out in both specific (vertical) and general (horizontal) national and EU legislation.
- Obligations and responsibilities of manufacturers, importers, and distributors.
- Strategy for ensuring compliance when introducing new products to the market and modifying existing products.
- Borderline and dual-purpose products.
- Assessment of the compliance of cosmetic products and their ingredients, as well as advertising claims.
- Audit of the conformity of the labelling of cosmetic products.
- Audit of the compliance of information on cosmetic products provided on websites.
- Representation of manufacturers, importers, and distributors before competent authorities.
- Organisation of cosmetic product testing.
- Review of cosmetic product documentation.
- Introductory consultations for market newcomers.
- Coordination and implementation of multilateral projects.
- Cosmetic product vigilance system.
- Notifications of unsafe products in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on general product safety.
Countries where we provide this service
Cosmetics are regulated by EU legislation, but some aspects, such as labelling and advertising, are closely linked to specific national requirements. We advise on various issues, help find the best solution, and ensure the legal compliance of cosmetic products in the Baltic countries and other EU countries (under a separate agreement).
