Your EU Responsible Person for cosmetics under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Products we support

Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 covers most leave-on and rinse-off cosmetic products. We accept an appointment only after checking that your specific product category and formulation fit our review process.

In scope

Skincare

Creams, serums, cleansers, masks, exfoliants.

Haircare

Shampoos, conditioners, styling products, hair colourants.

Makeup & colour cosmetics

Face, eye and lip products, foundations, powders.

Fragrance & perfume

Eau de parfum, eau de toilette, body mists.

Oral care

Toothpaste and mouthwash without a medicinal claim.

Personal hygiene

Deodorants, soaps, shower gels, intimate hygiene products.

Sun care

Sunscreens and after-sun products.

Baby & children's cosmetics

Subject to additional scrutiny on preservatives and fragrance allergens.

Men's grooming

Shaving, beard care, grooming products.

Nail products

Polishes, removers, treatments and gel systems.

Requires additional regulatory assessment

Some formulations need an extended review before we quote representation:

Not in scope of this service

Some categories fall under dedicated EU regulatory regimes rather than this Responsible Person appointment:

General non-cosmetic consumer products, machinery, PPE, and CE-marked products are also outside the scope of this service.

Check whether you need an EU Responsible Person

Tell us your product category and where your company is established. We will qualify the next step before any mandate is signed.

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