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EU agency finds toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in hundreds of cosmetics products via Global Cosmetics News

25 November 2024

The what? The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has identified that hundreds of cosmetics products sold within the EU contain toxic “forever chemicals”

The details ECHA reviewed 4,700 products and found that 6% contained restricted or banned chemicals, violating EU health and safety regulations. These substances, found in products like sunscreens, lip-liners, and eyeliners, are linked to serious health concerns, including cancer, hormone disruption, and reduced fertility.

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