Author Archives: Barbara Podolska

Microplastics in cosmetics – new reporting obligation to ECHA

Microplastics Under the Legal Lens of REACH Since October 2023, new REACH provisions (Regulation 2023/20551) have been in force, introducing a restriction on the use of synthetic polymer microparticles (SPM) – commonly known as microplastics – in various products, including cosmetics. The aim is to limit the emission of persistent, insoluble particles into the environment.…

“Theophylline – The Perilous Consequences of Applying Article 15 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in Practice”

Theophylline is a natural alkaloid from the methylxanthine group, found primarily in tea leaves (at the highest concentration in green tea) and—to a much lesser extent—in cocoa beans. For centuries, it has been a regular part of the daily diet for millions of people worldwide. In cosmetics, its use has been limited—primarily for its lipolytic…