From Compliance to Strategy: CIRS Shares Expert Guidance on China’s Cosmetic Ingredient Regulations at Cosmed Congress

The 26th Regulatory Congress, hosted by the French Cosmetic Association (Cosmed), took place in Paris from April 1–2, 2026. Over two days, the event brought together cosmetics industry experts and decision-makers to exchange views on regulatory trends across key regions, including the European Union, Asia, North America, South America, and the Middle East.

On the first day, representatives from ANSES, the European Commission, DGCCRF, ARPP, DGDDI, and Business France presented updates on the latest EU cosmetics regulations, PFAS compliance strategies, ingredient monitoring, green claims, and post-market surveillance. These sessions offered valuable guidance and forward-looking perspectives for companies navigating the evolving EU regulatory landscape.

The second day turned the spotlight on market-specific opportunities and regulatory challenges in China, Japan, the United States, South America, and the Middle East, exploring global trends shaping the industry. Ms. April Guo, General Manager of the Personal and Home Care Division at CIRS Group, was invited to deliver a keynote speech on the Latest Regulatory Requirements for Cosmetic Ingredients in China. She systematically reviewed the recent registration and filing data for new cosmetic ingredients, as well as related policies. She also shared strategic insights and practical recommendations for cosmetic ingredient compliance, offering strong support for companies aiming to enter the Chinese market or adapt to its regulatory changes.

The CIRS cosmetic team is dedicated to ensuring that cosmetic products meet stringent global regulatory standards. We are able to provide one-stop services covering the whole life-cycle of a personal care product, which includes cosmetic ingredient development, physical/chemical tests, toxicological tests (in vivo & in vitro), efficacy studies (in vivo & in vitro), ingredient registration, and product registration.