What happens in Brussels doesn’t necessarily stay in Brussels.  EU cosmetics regulatory activity is important for US beauty businesses to track for compliance in this key export market and for the increasing influence EU regulations have on proposed US state level policy. The European Commission has announced an evaluation of the 15-year-old Cosmetics Regulation to identify its strengths, weaknesses, efficacy, efficiency, and its EU added value.  What impact could potential revisions to the EU Cosmetics Regulation have on the global industry?

What does it mean to have a quality program in place?  What are a brand’s vs. a contract manufacturer’s obligations in defining and addressing quality?  How do companies ensure the safety and quality of their products, especially in light of new MoCRA mandatory recall and adverse event reporting requirements, more natural ingredient formulas, and a shrinking list of allowed preservatives?  This session will provide best practices and guidance to ensure quality…and avoid a recall.

What is the state of legislative and regulatory affairs for the Cosmetics Industry in 2025?  What is the mood on The Hill, and what do Agency and Committee changes at the federal level mean for the industry?  How are states stepping in to address federal regulatory pullback?  Join the discussion to hear the latest on existing regulations and newly proposed bills across the legislative landscape, as well as what is on the horizon for the beauty industry in the US.

In this panel discussion, we hear from manufacturers, retailers, supply chain providers, and consumer insights professionals on the state of the industry.  How are companies faring in this economic environment?  What are their biggest concerns and most promising opportunities? Join representatives from industry trade associations and service providers on the state of the industry (and the beauty consumer) as we approach mid year 2025.