The future of cosmetics: ensuring safety, sustainability, and competitiveness

The cosmetics and personal care industry is a European flagship and a powerhouse of innovation and savoir-faire. Each year, the industry invests billions of euros in research and development, supporting not only high-skilled employment but also bolstering Europe’s global competitiveness. The cosmetics and personal care industry extends beyond product development, influencing consumer quality of life, promoting sustainable consumption, and advancing innovative technologies. 

This policymakers’ dinner will delve into the evolving landscape of EU’s regulations for cosmetics including new chemicals safety assessments, the implementation challenges faced by the industry, as well as opportunities laying ahead. Focus will also be on the sector’s supply chains and footprint in European regions, the benefits of an efficient EU Single Market, the upcoming eco-design.

This event is by invitation only.

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Guiding questions include but are not limited to:

What strategies can be implemented to effectively address the upcoming Chemicals Act and Circular Economy Act to balance the goals of competitiveness with those of sustainability?

How could the new framework on chemicals safety assessment and classification impact the sector?

How can the EU reinforce the single market enforcement mechanisms to prevent free riding and unfair competition at industry and consumers’ expense?

Cosmetics is a flagship industry in Europe: How can the European cosmetic industry maintain its competitiveness in rapidly changing landscapes, especially face to face with U.S. and China?

Director General
Cosmetics Europe
MEP (EPP, Poland)
European Parliament
Deputy Editor
The Parliament
MEP (Renew, France)
European Parliament
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