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1. Preserving cosmetics
1.1 Generalities and issues
A preservative is any substance or mixture of substances used to combat the chemical or microbiological degradation of a product. More specifically, antimicrobial preservatives combat degradation caused by bacteria or fungi (microscopic fungi or yeasts).
Preservatives play several roles in the protection of cosmetic products. First and foremost, they protect cosmetic products from contamination that may be caused during production by :
raw materials (active ingredients, water, colorants, etc.) ;
packaging items ;
the atmosphere of the premises ;
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Bibliography
Websites
COSMOS-standard AISBL: European COSMOS standard for organic cosmetics http://www.cosmos-standard.org (page consulted February 29, 2012)
Cosmetics & Toiletries: article by David Steinberg, Steinberg & Associates, dedicated to the influence of water activity on cosmetic preservation
Events
Beyond Beauty Events – International trade fairs for beauty and wellness suppliers and brands http://www.beyondbeautyevents.com/bbe/fr/bbe_00_Home.asp
Beauty and Packaging Conference – Perfume and cosmetics packaging http://www.beautepackaging.com/1/fr_FR/page/217
...Standards and norms
- Validation et contrôle de routine pour la stérilisation par l'oxyde d'éthylène - EN 550 - 1994
- Cosmetics – Microbiology – Guidelines for risk assessment and identification of low microbiological risk products (classification index: T 75-609) - NF EN ISO 29621 - 06-11
- Cosmetics – Microbiology – General instructions for microbiological examinations (classification index: T 75-601) - NF EN ISO 21148 - 09-09 ...
Regulations
Decree of December 22, 2011 amending the decree of February 6, 2001 establishing the list of substances that may not be used in cosmetic products outside the restrictions and conditions established by this list.
Regulation EC 1223 2009 of the European Parliament on cosmetic products
Bill to ban the use of phthalates, parabens and alkylphenols, May 4, 2011
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Directory
Manufacturers – Suppliers – Distributors (non-exhaustive list)
Preservative suppliers
ARCH CHEMICALS (LONZA) http://www.archchemicals.com/fed/pc (page consulted on March 20, 2012)
CLARIANT http://www.personalcare.clariant...
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