Regulations

Croda Beauty Actives Transition to PFAS-Free Peptides

Many ingredients are already free from trifluoroacetic acid and more will be progressively added to this list in the upcoming months.

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as “forever chemicals,” are a group of over 10,000 synthetic compounds used in various products including cosmetics, for their water- and grease-resistant properties. These substances have raised significant environmental and health concerns. In Europe, several PFAS are restricted under REACH and 14 PFAS are already prohibited for use in cosmetics due to their carcinogenicity and reproductive toxicity properties. Genera...

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