Based on data retrieved from China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), seven new cosmetic ingredients have been filed between February 1 and 5, 2026. Detailed information is provided in the table below. At present, the associated technical specifications have not been made public, and the ingredient has not yet entered the post-filing monitoring period. As of now in 2026, a total of 26 new cosmetic ingredients have been filed.

On February 6, 2026, China’s National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) released six draft standards for the formulation and revision of microbiological examination methods in cosmetics. Public comments are now being solicited, with the deadline set for March 22, 2026.

This article compiles and summarizes the latest developments in cosmetics regulations as of December 2025, including domestic China industry news, newly issued regulations, updates to relevant standards and policies, and regulatory requirements, as well as global regulatory trends in the cosmetics sector. It aims to assist enterprises in ensuring compliance and keeping up with global cosmetics regulatory trends.

This article reviews and summarizes the latest international cosmetic regulatory developments in the first half of 2025, with a focus on the Asia market. It covers key updates from Taiwan, China, ASEAN member states and Korea. The aim is to help enterprises stay informed of regulatory changes, ensure compliant product launches, and enhance global market competitiveness.

This article reviews and summarizes the latest regulatory developments in China's cosmetics sector during the first half of 2025. It covers updates in laws and regulations, ministerial rules, technical standards, and other relevant aspects. The aim is to help enterprises stay informed of policy changes, ensure compliant product launches, and effectively enhance market competitiveness.

This article compiles and summarizes the latest developments in cosmetics regulations in China and globally as of May 2025, covering industry news, newly issued regulations, relevant policy adjustments, and regulatory requirements. It aims to assist enterprises in ensuring compliance and keeping up with global cosmetics regulatory trends.

In order to strengthen cosmetic regulation and safeguard consumer rights, the NMPA's Department of Cosmetics Supervision has provided answers to key industry concerns-such as labeling-based on current Chinese laws and technical standards. CIRS Group has compiled the information and translated them into English for your reference.

In 2025, CIRS Group further expanded the platform function by incorporating global ingredient lists and usage restrictions, upgrading it to the Global Cosmetic Ingredient Regulatory Database (Global CosIng), which strive to facilitate the smooth compliance for enterprises engaged in global cosmetics trade. We are proud to officially launch the Global CosIng TODAY!

This article compiles data on cosmetic sampling inspections conducted within China and updates related information for April 2025.

On April 4, 2025, Thailand notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a draft regulation titled Cosmetic Labeling: Fluoridated Toothpaste (G/TBT/N/THA/773).