mark bowes-cavanagh

CEO, Advanced Development & Safety Laboratories (ADSL) | Cosmetic Safety, Toxicology & Regulatory Strategy | UK & EU Markets

[Advanced Development & Safety Laboratories @adslaboratory]

🔔 March 2026 Cosmetic Regulatory Update
Regulatory pressure is no longer cyclical—it’s continuous.

Across the UK, EU, US, and Canada, we’re seeing tighter ingredient controls, lower labelling thresholds, and increased enforcement.

Key highlights 👇
• 🇬🇧 UK: 4-MBC ban (July 2026), reduced formaldehyde threshold (≥0.001%), expanded CMR restrictions
• 🇪🇺 EU: CMR Omnibus (May 2026), increasing PFAS and SCCS-driven restrictions
• 🇺🇸 US: MoCRA enters enforcement phase with mandatory registration and stronger FDA powers
• 🇨🇦 Canada: Closer alignment with EU, CNF timelines and allergen focus tightening

⚠️ Why it matters
Formulations, labelling, and safety data are all under greater scrutiny—multi-market compliance is becoming more complex.

📅 Key dates
• May 2026 (EU) – CMR Omnibus
• July 2026 (UK) – 4-MBC ban

At ADSL, we help brands stay ahead through reformulation, safety assessment, and regulatory strategy.

To read the full article please click here:
https://t.co/Q6pLLfXXOA

#Cosmetics #CosmeticRegulation #Regulatory #Compliance #Formulation #ProductSafety #ADSL #MoCRA #EURegulation #UKCosmetics #CanadaCosmetics #FDA #SCCS

[mark bowes-cavanagh @markbc007]

🇫🇷 Paris, we’ll see you next week!

ADSL is getting ready for in-cosmetics Global Paris 2026, and you’ll find us at Stand 2K20 — right at the heart of cosmetic innovation. 🌿💡

If you’re attending, come and have a conversation with our team about how we can support your next product launch:
🔹 Tackling complex formulation challenges
🔹 Navigating safety and regulatory requirements
🔹 Simplifying and accelerating your development process

📅 We’re booking final meeting slots now — don’t miss out:
https://t.co/nDTYUwZZMO

Let’s make the most of Paris, great ideas, and even better collaborations.

See you there! ✈️✨
#inCosmeticsGlobal #ADSL #CosmeticScience #Formulation #Regulatory #ProductDevelopment #Innovation #Paris2026

[Advanced Development & Safety Laboratories @adslaboratory]

🚀 Introducing TRACE™ — a new approach to cosmetic compliance.

As regulatory expectations continue to evolve, there is increasing focus on how brands monitor and understand contaminant risks across their product portfolios.

TRACE™ (Total Risk Assurance & Compliance Evaluation) builds on existing testing strategies by providing a structured framework for ongoing surveillance and expert interpretation — supporting a more continuous view of compliance.

👉 Read the full article:
https://t.co/TsRQvvab5q
#TRACE #Innovation #CosmeticCompliance #RegulatoryAffairs #ProductSafety #BeautyIndustry #ADSL

[Advanced Development & Safety Laboratories @adslaboratory]

🔔 February 2026 Cosmetic Regulation Update — Key Developments to Watch
Regulatory activity is accelerating across the EU, UK, and US, with new safety opinions and ingredient scrutiny shaping the future of cosmetic compliance.
Key Developments
📌 EU: Lash Serum Ingredients Under Review
Prostaglandin analogues (e.g. Norbimatoprost, Isopropyl Cloprostenate) raise safety concerns due to pharmacological activity.
➡️ Potential future restrictions likely.
📌 EU: Hair Dye Safety Concerns
Basic Blue 99 & Basic Brown 16 cannot be considered safe due to genotoxicity concerns.
➡️ Possible removal from permitted lists.
📌 EU: CBD & BHA Clarifications
• CBD considered safe up to 0.19% (with strict THC control)
• BHA safe up to 0.07%
➡️ Greater clarity, but ongoing scrutiny remains.
📌 EU: Mercury-Based Preservatives
Thiomersal and related compounds deemed unsafe at current levels.
➡️ Likely removal from annexes.
📌 UK: Talc Classification Decision
No carcinogenic classification under GB CLP.
➡️ Regulatory status remains unchanged (for now).
📌 US: PFAS Monitoring Expands
• 51 PFAS identified
• 1,700+ product listings flagged
➡️ Increased regulatory focus expected
Why It Matters
• Ingredient safety reviews are driving regulatory change
• Reformulation risk is increasing across multiple categories
• Global alignment is improving — but complexity remains
• Early action reduces disruption to product pipelines
At ADSL, we support brands with regulatory reviews, CPSRs, reformulation, and global compliance strategy.
👉 Read the full February update for detailed insights.
https://t.co/6EvXNvv0ux
#CosmeticCompliance #RegulatoryUpdate #CosmeticsIndustry #GlobalRegulation #ProductSafety #RegulatoryAffairs #SkincareIndustry #BeautyIndustry #Formulation #ADSL

[Advanced Development & Safety Laboratories @adslaboratory]

🚀 We’re heading to in-cosmetics Global Paris 2026! 🇫🇷
ADSL is excited to be exhibiting at Stand 2K20 at in-cosmetics Global — the world’s leading event for personal care ingredients and cosmetic innovation 🌿💡
📅 Meet our technical experts in person to:
🔹 Discuss your formulation challenges
🔹 Explore safety & regulatory support
🔹 Learn how ADSL can help streamline your product development
👉 Book your appointment now with our team:
🔗 https://t.co/cLijodlwoQ
Let’s connect, collaborate, and create better beauty together. See you in Paris! ✈️✨
#inCosmeticsGlobal #ADSL #cosmetics #formulation #regulatory #safety #innovation #Paris2026

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The incredible story of the club’s last 12 months has been filmed and our video series: “Taking Flight” is launched on Monday, February 17 on the Torquay United YouTube channel, Official TUFC TV.

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[mark bowes-cavanagh @markbc007]

@goddywestie @TUFC1899 @warnockofficial Happy birthday Neil, thanks for all your help!

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@goddywestie Take it easy. Won't be long 👍

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Be good to see you back on Monday!

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Happy Birthday to Schofe!!!

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Another blog for you to read - this time it's all about The King. http://alturl.com/4vid6. If you like, please comment at the end for author

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