Questions and Answers on the Risk Assessment of Cosmetic Products
FAQ from the BfR from 27 January 2014
From shampoos, cremes, toothpastes, lipsticks and suncreams, a fairly large range of cosmetic products belong to the articles of daily use for children and adults.
Repeatedly, there are critical public reports and discussions about several ingredients of cosmetic products, such as preservatives and UV filters, and for this reason, consumers often ask whether cosmetics can pose a fundamental health risk.
In the following paragraphs, the BfR has summarised and answered the most frequently asked questions from consumers regarding the safety of cosmetics: