CTPA - Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association

📢 CTPA Webinar: How CTPA Can Support Companies on their DEI Strategies The key objective of CTPA’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy (#DEI) is to identify and address issues related to the promotion of diversity, equity and inclusion to ensure that everyone - irrespective of their ability; age; appearance; disability; ethnicity; faith; gender; mental health; race; sexuality; size; socio-economic status - feels welcome, included and represented within and by the industry. Together with the CTPA's DEI Working Group and with the support of the business and society consultancy C&E, we continue to build our understanding of key issues, identifying and engaging key partners and highlighting how industry can collaborate to make the industry more inclusive for the benefit of all. 👉 On Wednesday 20 November, 12:30 – 14:00, CTPA is holding a webinar to - highlight and seek your comments on its DEI Strategy and Workplan; - discuss the many business benefits an effective DE&I strategy can deliver and how to unlock these; - explain the compliance obligations and the likely direction of the new UK Government; - showcase the new DEI Resource Hub on the CTPA website; -share industry best practices to help you deliver your DEI objectives and your business goals. 👉 In addition to presentations from the CTPA Team and member companies sharing their DEI work, we are delighted to welcome Hannah Jepson, Diversity, Inclusion & Representation Consultant at C&E, to provide a better understanding of the subject, describe the internal training C&E provided for CTPA Staff and the essentials of the DEI Hub. 👉Information and registration here (open to CTPA members and non-members): https://lnkd.in/eeKTDiSk #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #cosmeticsindustry #tradeassociation

As Director-General, Emma Meredith is responsible for the strategic direction of CTPA and acts as the public voice of the Association. Emma has been a member of the SCS since 2003 and has been privileged to undertake several active roles within the Society. She is honoured to be a past president and she was also elected Honorary Member of the SCS at the 2022 AGM. Don't miss out on her Inform presentation: 'Key Updates to the Cosmetics Regulatory Framework' at SCS Formulate! #SCSFormulate #Cosmetics

CTPA is Recruiting: Key Regulatory Role   CTPA is recruiting for a Key Regulatory Role to support its Department of Regulation, progressing this leading trade association’s objectives of shaping the regulatory framework for cosmetics and providing support to CTPA member companies. This role sits within a small team of talented professionals, a team of passionate people who work hard together in a spirit of openness, honesty, trust and mutual respect.   The deadline for applications is 17:00, Friday 6 December 2024. However, applications should be sent as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to make an appointment before the end of the process for an exceptional applicant.    For further details on the role, including on how to apply, please see https://lnkd.in/d63TgWbD

Still time to register! DBT Event: Unlocking the EU Market for Consumer & Retail Goods On Tuesday 12 November 2024, the Department for Business and Trade Consumer & Retail Team will be hosting an in-person event in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, designed to help companies connect, collaborate, and grow in the #EU. The event will encompass presentations and roundtable discussions featuring EU specialists and business trade advisers, offering insights into regulatory hurdles, logistics solutions, and sector-specific opportunities, as well as addressing challenges and mapping out a European growth strategy. CTPA's Regulatory Affairs Manager Carys Ayton-Smith will be joining the trade associations panel, discussing challenges and opportunities in #Europe. Information and registration: https://lnkd.in/ePkNgFng #Business #Trade #Cosmeticsindustry #Tradeassociation

📢 CTPA Cosmetics Masterclass E-learning! Relaunched in June 2024 and a free, member-only resource, the CTPA Cosmetics Masterclass E-learning provides an overview of the UK and EU regulatory frameworks and highlights how to access the CTPA members’ resources to best effect. The Masterclass is aimed at people who are either new to the cosmetics and personal care industry or would like a refresher on the regulatory principles for placing a cosmetic product on the UK and EU markets from a regulatory, manufacturing, NPD, sustainability or marketing perspective. It also provides an introduction to international markets. 👉 By completing this online course, participants will be equipped with the tools and knowledge to help maximise their time, whilst tackling the specific issues and challenges faced in their daily work. 👉The E-learning is split into a series of short videos followed by a mini quiz 👉The course can be fitted around your timescales and you can set your own pace for learning.  It is important, however, to complete all modules to get an all-around introduction and insights. 👉Once completed, a Certificate of Attendance from CTPA can be downloaded, demonstrating a clear understanding of the principles of cosmetic regulation in the EU and the UK. 💻 A member-only resource, the Masterclass can be accessed via the CTPA’s Online Learning Platform (https://lnkd.in/e-9zJGEH) which also contains a wealth of training courses and webinars available for download. 🤝 For more information on joining CTPA, please contact Julia Hewitt, Membership Officer, at: jhewitt@ctpa.org.uk. #comseticsindustry #elearning #tradeassociation #training

CTPA Guidance ‘Special Considerations for Specific Product Types in the Cosmetic Product Safety Report’ Earlier this year, CTPA launched a new guidance titled ‘Special Considerations for Specific Product Types in the Cosmetic Product Safety Report’. This guidance aims to support cosmetic safety assessors and colleagues in regulatory affairs with additional safety considerations that must be taken into account and must be reported within the Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) for some specific products, due to their formulation or site of application.   Some examples of these specific product categories, and some important safety considerations, included within this guidance are: • Products presenting a suitable environment for microbial contamination • Traces and impurities • Stability of cosmetic products • Products intended for children under three years of age • Products containing nanomaterials • Products containing botanical ingredients or essential oils 👉 This guidance is available for both CTPA members and non-members.  CTPA members can access this guidance for free; it is available to non-members for a payable fee of £90.  👉 Visit the "safety" tab on our "Publications" page https://lnkd.in/dP-_rd4B #cosmeticssafety #cosmeticproductsafetyreport #cosmeticsregulation

CTPA’s Marketing Manager Heloise Prieur was at the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London for the Integrated MSc Cosmetic Science Industry day yesterday to award the CTPA bursaries to students put forward in recognition of their achievements for the academic year 2023-2024🏅! The CTPA has been a long-time supporter of the Integrated MSc Cosmetic Science Course, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year 🎉🎂! Not only by giving bursaries for over 20 years but also by working with the University to deliver lectures on various topics such as REACH or the framework around claims or borderline products for instance. Heloise Prieur said: "It is an honour to collaborate with you and your team Gabriela Daniels and Diogo Baltazar. Former students of the course have gone on to work within our member companies and we are very proud of doing our part to help nurture the next generation of cosmetic scientists and innovators."   Congratulations to all the winners for your dedication and passion! Year 1 - best students: •       Disha Hira •       Cassia Junkere   Year 2: •       Best student - Mutemwa Mtawali •       Best improver - Kelly Lei   DiPS: •       Best DiPS report - Sophia Constantinides (Enterprise DiPS) •       Best Industry Day presentation - Sarah Clernon   #cosmeticscience #career #cosmeticsindustry #innovation    

I am delighted to be presenting on ‘Key Updates to the Cosmetics Regulatory Framework' at SCS Formulate on 12 November at Coventry Building Society Arena. Join industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts at this important cosmetics and personal care event. 👉 Register here - https://lnkd.in/gbD-ssrB #cosmetics #personalcare #formulation #Discover #Inform #Inspire #Celebrate

This month, CTPA was proud to attend the China Association of Fragrance Flavour and Cosmetic Industries (CAFFCI) Annual Conference for the first time and celebrate its 40th Anniversary alongside international associations including Cosmetics Europe - The Personal Care Association, EFfCI - The European Federation for Cosmetic Ingredients, International Collaboration on Cosmetics Safety, The International Fragrance Association (IFRA), Japan Cosmetic Industry Association (JCIA), Korea Consumer Agency (KCA), and Personal Care Products Council (PCPC). Nico Shaw Núñez presented on the regulatory landscape post-Brexit, providing valuable insights about how cosmetics are regulated in the UK. Congratulations to Ms. Jiangying Yan, Chairwoman, CAFFCI and all the CAFFCI team for a successful event. We look forward to pursuing our engagements! During CTPA’s visit to China, Nico Shaw Núñez, Johanna Irigaray and Adele Ren also had the privilege to meet with several CTPA member companies, including representatives of the CTPA China Working Group, to discuss current challenges and opportunities. These fruitful discussions will help the CTPA China Working Group to establish a roadmap for upcoming engagements and future areas for UK-China collaboration. #cosmetics #cosmeticregulations #beautymarket #Chinabeautymarket #exports

Throughout October, including during #RecycleWeek, CTPA is highlighting the importance of recycling beauty and personal care products and supporting the Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) ‘Rescue Me’ campaign focusing on rescuing recyclable items from the rubbish bin. https://lnkd.in/epqQyqmP It is also very important to remember to dispose of 𝗮𝗹𝗹 bathroom waste responsibly. Some items of our personal care routines, such as make-up wipes and baby care wipes, are not designed to be flushed down the toilet and can cause lots of problems if they are disposed of that way. 𝗔𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 put these types of wipes in the waste bin and not down the toilet. 👉 Visit CTPA’s consumer website thefactsabout.co.uk updated pages on cosmetics and toiletries recycling here: https://lnkd.in/eQwKkiPg 👉 Share our 'Recycling from the Bathroom' infographic here: https://lnkd.in/ezZiBqQs The infographic highlights in particular: 🔹 which packaging can be recycled 🔹 what to do with small packaging 🔹 where to find a “take-back scheme” drop-off point 🔹 how to dispose of wipes 👉 Follow CTPA throughout October to learn more and spread the word on recycling. #RecycleWeek2024 #Recycling #TakeBackScheme #Cosmetics  #Sustainability