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The UK and International Market Statistics for 2021

Learn more about the cosmetic and personal care industry itself by reading the statistics for the UK specifically and internationally in the global landscape during 2021.

CTPA Sustainability Hub

This resource has been designed to ensure that everyone within the cosmetics industry has free access to practical help and guidance on sustainability for businesses.

Do You Have Questions About the Industry?

Our frequently asked questions guide for industry is a useful tool for anyone working within cosmetics and personal care that would like a greater understanding of the science and regulation behind the industry

Rules and Regulations

This section provides access to guidance on regulatory matters and essential information you need to know to ensure compliance when making and supplying cosmetic products on the UK and EU markets.

CTPA Annual Report 2021 Now Online!

A fully interactive digital report providing insight into CTPA's work on behalf of members and the wider cosmetics industry featuring actions on sustainability and new self-esteem research.

Representing all types of companies involved in making, supplying and selling cosmetic and personal care products, the Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association (CTPA) acts as the voice of the UK industry.

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The goal of our work is to enable the cosmetics and personal care industry to deliver excellence and support wellbeing.

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CTPA has over 175 Members representing small, medium, large and multi-national companies supplying the UK market. Companies include manufacturers, distributors, ingredient suppliers, contract laboratories, contract manufacturers and own brand retailers

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Membership gives access to our experienced regulatory, scientific and technical staff to help you market safe, effective products that provide a wide range of consumer choice both in the UK and overseas.

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Representing all types of companies involved in making, supplying and selling cosmetic and personal care products, the Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association (CTPA) acts as the voice of the UK industry.

Read more Join us

The goal of our work is to enable the cosmetics and personal care industry to deliver excellence and support wellbeing.

Read more Join us

CTPA has over 175 Members representing small, medium, large and multi-national companies supplying the UK market. Companies include manufacturers, distributors, ingredient suppliers, contract laboratories, contract manufacturers and own brand retailers

Read more Join us

Membership gives access to our experienced regulatory, scientific and technical staff to help you market safe, effective products that provide a wide range of consumer choice both in the UK and overseas.

Read more Join us

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IMPORTANT – CTPA Webinar on UK REACH Consultation on the Deadlines Extension for Registration

IMPORTANT – CTPA Webinar on UK REACH Consultation on the Deadlines Extension for Registration

01 August 2022

Further to the public consultation by the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) to extend the current deadline for registration under UK REACH, CTPA is holding a webinar for the cosmetics industry on this topic. The webinar is free for both members and non-members of the association.

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What is the GB Mandatory Classification List and why is it Relevant for Cosmetics?

What is the GB Mandatory Classification List and why is it Relevant for Cosmetics?

30 May 2022

CTPA is holding a webinar to provide companies with an overview of how chemicals and cosmetic ingredients are managed under relevant GB legislation. The interaction between the GB CLP Regulation and the UK Cosmetics Regulation is one of the topics covered by this webinar!

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CTPA 2021 Annual Report Now Online!

CTPA 2021 Annual Report Now Online!

16 May 2022

CTPA is pleased to launch its online Annual Report 2021

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New SCS Course Launched: Introduction to Cosmetic Science

New SCS Course Launched: Introduction to Cosmetic Science

05 August 2022

The Society of Cosmetics Scientists (SCS) is pleased to announce the launch of its new Introduction to Cosmetic Science course

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Join DIT at China Beauty Expo in Shanghai

Join DIT at China Beauty Expo in Shanghai

04 August 2022

China Beauty Expo will take place in Shanghai from 14 to 16 December 2022.

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UK Product Safety Database Alerts July 2022

UK Product Safety Database Alerts July 2022

04 August 2022

Update on OPSS product safety alerts and reports of cosmetic products posing a risk to the health and safety of consumers.

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EU Safety Gate Alerts July 2022

EU Safety Gate Alerts July 2022

04 August 2022

Update on EC product safety alerts and reports of cosmetic products posing a risk to the health and safety of consumers.

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Cosmetics’ most valuable contribution to society can’t be quantified in economic terms

Cosmetics’ most valuable contribution to society can’t be quantified in economic terms

25 July 2022

John Chave, Director General of Cosmetics Europe, tells CTPA about its latest survey of European consumers and why people are placing such emphasis on their everyday essentials.

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The Beauty Accelerator™ 2022

The Beauty Accelerator™ 2022

19 July 2022

The Red Tree announces opening dates for applications to enter the Beauty Accelerator™ 2022

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IMPORTANT – OPSS Call for Data on Six Cosmetic Ingredients to Investigate any Potential Endocrine Disrupting Properties

IMPORTANT – OPSS Call for Data on Six Cosmetic Ingredients to Investigate any Potential Endocrine Disrupting Properties

19 July 2022

On 14 July 2022, the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS – the UK regulator for cosmetic products) issued another call for data on the safety of six cosmetic ingredients to investigate any suspected endocrine disrupting properties.

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What Should you Investigate for UEs or SUEs?

What Should you Investigate for UEs or SUEs?

15 July 2022

CTPA is intending to run an interactive training on cosmetovigilance and companies’ obligations, for companies that are not members of the association. Please open this news item to register your interest!

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Do you Know your Obligations for Cosmetovigilance as an RP?

Do you Know your Obligations for Cosmetovigilance as an RP?

15 July 2022

In order to upskill companies within the cosmetics industry on this important topic, CTPA is opening its Cosmetovigilance training to non-members of the association.

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EU Safety Gate Alerts June 2022

EU Safety Gate Alerts June 2022

12 July 2022

Update on EC product safety alerts and reports of cosmetic products posing a risk to the health and safety of consumers

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OPSS Updated Enforcement Policy

OPSS Updated Enforcement Policy

01 July 2022

This sets out the approach of the OPSS to deal with non-compliance in all areas they regulate.

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OPSS Release Delivery Report for 2020/2021

OPSS Release Delivery Report for 2020/2021

30 June 2022

The report sets out the work delivered by OPSS with product regulation, authorities, and partners.

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ASA Ruling on Misleading Claim for Wet Wipes

ASA Ruling on Misleading Claim for Wet Wipes

30 June 2022

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BLOG: CTPA Survey reveals UK in ‘Self-Esteem Slump’ - Top Eight Self-Care Boosters that could support mental health

BLOG: CTPA Survey reveals UK in ‘Self-Esteem Slump’ - Top Eight Self-Care Boosters that could support mental health

30 June 2022

Dr Emma Meredith on a CTPA poll showing low self-esteem has tripled in two decades while Covid-19 has adversely affected 1 in 3 of us.

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OPSS to Host Workshop for SMEs

OPSS to Host Workshop for SMEs

28 June 2022

As part of the Product Safety Review, OPSS invites SME’s to participate.

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OPSS to Host Workshop for SMEs

OPSS to Host Workshop for SMEs

28 June 2022

As part of the Product Safety Review, OPSS invites SME’s to participate.

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Join DIT to Beautyworld Middle East 2022

Join DIT to Beautyworld Middle East 2022

27 June 2022

UK Brands can apply online via the UK Government website.

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The UK Starts Trade Negotiations with the GCC

The UK Starts Trade Negotiations with the GCC

23 June 2022

GCC countries include Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

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OPSS Regulatory Excellence Awards 2022 – CTPA Wins the Business Award

OPSS Regulatory Excellence Awards 2022 – CTPA Wins the Business Award

23 June 2022

We are extremely proud to announce that, for the second year running, CTPA is a recipient of an OPSS Regulatory Excellence Award

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UK Government Announces Updates to UKCA Deadlines

UK Government Announces Updates to UKCA Deadlines

22 June 2022

Changes aim to simplify application of new product conformity markings for most products.

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UK Government publishes Northern Ireland Protocol Bill

UK Government publishes Northern Ireland Protocol Bill

21 June 2022

This Bill introduces changes to how businesses can operate across NI and Great Britain.

Events Webinars

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Cosmetovigilance Training

Members only

21 November 2022

Recording and reporting obligations in the UK/EU when a consumer experiences an adverse event, with a focus on causality assessment.

Cosmetovigilance Training for Non-Members

28 September 2022

Recording and reporting obligations in the UK/EU when a consumer experiences an adverse event, with a focus on causality assessment.

IMPORTANT – CTPA Webinar on UK REACH Consultation on the Deadlines Extension for Registration

18 August 2022

Discussing the public consultation by Defra to extend the current deadline for registration under UK REACH.

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UK Import and Export Trading

In this section, the opportunities and regulatory challenges for the UK cosmetics industry across the world are shown with the trade data.

www.thefactsabout.co.uk

This dedicated website for consumers provides scientific facts about common ingredients used in cosmetics. Sort out which are myths or scares and put what you read into perspective.

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