PFAS ingredients are very rarely used in cosmetics, and this doesn’t change the fact that every single cosmetic and personal care product must be safe.

Research in the UK and Europe highlights the role that cosmetics and personal care products play in our lives.

You may have seen media reports of a new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute which claims to find an association between the use of hair straighteners and uterine cancer.

In line with Recycle Week 2022, CTPA produced handy infographics about bathroom recycling and the rules for disposing wipes.

Have you ever wondered what to believe when faced with a scary story about a cosmetic ingredient?  CTPA is delighted to announce an Instagram Live collaboration with three expert cosmetic scientists. Get the answers to your cosmetic safety questions and discover the origins behind some of the most common cosmetic rumours.

If you saw the feature on BBC Morning Live today (27 June 2022) about water-resistant sunscreens, you might be wondering how the 'water-resistant' claim on your sunscreen bottle has been tested and what this really means for the protection you will receive.

This month Which? Magazine features an article all about mineral sunscreens which could leave you wondering whether you get the same protection from these mineral-based products as other types of sunscreens. In short – yes you do! Before they can make it to the shop shelf, all types of sunscreens must provide strong, scientific proof that they provide the SPF (Sun Protection Factor) on their label.

You may have read media articles based on a new report by the NGO Plastic Soup Foundation, which claims that almost 9 in 10 products from major cosmetics brands contain microplastics.

With the launch of a new design, thefactsabout will be easier to navigate to the extensive advice on the safety and science of cosmetic products used daily by millions of people worldwide, including helpful tips on storing and using your products.

You might have seen some videos on social media and some media articles about an ingredient called lilial, or butylphenyl methylpropional, in cosmetic products.

It might not be the most extreme part of your holiday but you'll thank yourself later for bringing sunscreen!