Introduction
This category covers two distinct exfoliation methods, each with its own regulatory point: mechanical exfoliants (sugar, salt, botanical particles) need confirmation they fall outside the EU's microplastics restriction, while chemical/acid exfoliants (AHAs, BHAs) carry specific SCCS-reviewed concentration and pH limits under Annex III. Your cosmetic product safety report confirms which category your product falls into and applies the correct standard.
What Your CPSR Assesses
- Full ingredient toxicological review against Annex II and III
- Confirmation mechanical exfoliant particles are natural, non-microplastic material, outside the scope of Regulation (EU) 2023/2055
- AHA/BHA concentration and pH assessment against Annex III limits, where a chemical exfoliant is used
- Oral-safety review for lip scrub formats, given proximity to the mouth
- Fragrance allergen screening against Annex III for any scented product in the range
Who This Is For
Bodycare and skincare brands producing sugar or salt scrubs, foaming scrubs, lip scrubs, scrub masks or acid-based exfoliants, sold in the UK and EU.
Why Brands Choose Spectra Cosmetic Compliance
- Signed by a qualified Safety Assessor under Article 10(2), Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 recognised across the UK and EU, applying SCCS methodology.
- Regulator-ready, or we revise it at no charge our compliance guarantee.
- PIF-ready your report slots directly into your Product Information File, no reformatting required.
- Clear turnaround options standard delivery in 3-5 working days, with 48-hour and 24-hour priority options available. (Subjected to the 100% provision of documents).
- Trusted by cosmetic and fragrance brands across the UK, EU, US, Middle East and Asia.
Your CPSR Deliverables
Your completed cosmetic product safety report is supplied ready for inclusion in the PIF, to the Annex I specification, in two parts:
Part A — Cosmetic Product Safety Information
- Quantitative and qualitative formulation data
- Physico-chemical characteristics and stability over time
- Microbiological quality
- Impurities, traces and packaging material
- Exposure and toxicological profile of the ingredients
Part B — Cosmetic Product Safety Assessment
- The Safety Assessor's conclusion
- Margin of Safety calculations
- Conditions of use and labelling
- A signed compliance statement by a qualified assessor
Plus a digital compliance certificate confirming your product meets UK/EU cosmetic safety law. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) of finished product provided alongside your CPSR as complimentary support (SDS of finished product is FREE with CPSR order).
Legal Framework
- Article 3 and Annex I, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
- Schedule 34, Product Safety and Metrology etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (SI 2019/696)
- Annex III — AHA/BHA concentration and pH restrictions, and fragrance allergen thresholds
- Regulation (EU) 2023/2055 microplastics restriction, relevant to confirming natural exfoliants are exempt
How It Works
- Share your formulation send your full INCI list with percentages, raw-material SDS and product label artwork.
- We screen every ingredient each ingredient is checked against the relevant UK/EU Annexes and current SCCS guidance.
- We complete the assessment a qualified Safety Assessor prepares and signs CPSR Parts A & B and builds your PIF-ready documentation.
- You receive your file your signed CPSR and supporting documentation are delivered within your chosen turnaround window.
- Delivery options: Standard (3-5 working days, included) | Fast (48 hours) | Priority (24 hours)