EDQM Releases Second Edition of Guidance on Essential Oils in Cosmetic Products

The European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & HealthCare (EDQM) has released the second edition of its guidance on essential oils in cosmetic products. This updated document aims to ensure the safety of cosmetics containing natural ingredients, particularly essential oils, which can pose health risks due to their potential for sensitization.

Key Aspects of the Guidance:

Safety Measures: The guidance offers recommendations and quality criteria to protect consumers, with a focus on vulnerable populations who may be more susceptible to adverse reactions.
Regulatory Alignment: It aligns with current regulatory standards to ensure that cosmetics are safe for use.
Risk Assessment: The document outlines risk-assessment approaches, toxicological thresholds, and practical safety assessment recommendations.
Sensitization Risks: The guidance emphasizes the potential sensitization risks associated with essential oils and provides strategies to mitigate these risks.
This guidance supports the cosmetic industry in maintaining high safety standards for products containing essential oils, helping to minimize health risks and enhance consumer protection.

Source: https://www.edqm.eu/en/

Region:  EU Harmonized (27 Markets)