Cosmetic Product Registration in UK

The UK cosmetic market is one of the most strictly regulated sectors, ensuring that all products are safe for human use and correctly labelled before entering the market. After the UK’s exit from the EU, cosmetic companies must comply with The UK Cosmetics Regulation (Schedule 34 of the Product Safety and Metrology Regulations 2019).

DDReg provides complete support for UK cosmetic product registration, helping companies navigate compliance, documentation, and post-market obligations under the UK’s regulatory framework.

Our Cosmetic Product Registration Services UK help global and domestic brands register cosmetic products in the UK seamlessly from formulation review and safety assessment to SCPN cosmetic notification and post-market compliance.

With end-to-end support, we ensure that your products meet all regulatory, safety, and labeling requirements set by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS).

Cosmetic products placed on the Great Britain (GB) market are governed by the UK Cosmetics Regulation, derived from the retained EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and amended by The Product Safety and Metrology etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019.

Key compliance requirements include:

• Appointment of a UK Responsible Person (RP): A UK-based Responsible Person must be designated to ensure product compliance, safety, and regulatory oversight.
• Preparation and maintenance of a Product Information File (PIF): A complete PIF must be compiled and kept up to date, including safety assessments, formulation details, GMP evidence, and product testing data.
• Submission of the SCPN cosmetic registration: All cosmetic products must be notified through the UK Submit Cosmetic Product Notifications (SCPN) portal before being placed on the market.
• Ingredient and labeling compliance with UK standards: Product formulas, ingredient restrictions, warnings, and labeling must comply with the UK Cosmetics Regulation and associated guidance.

Unlike drugs or medical devices, cosmetics do not require a pre-market “approval”, instead, they must be notified via the SCPN eCosma registration system before being placed on the market.

• + Regulatory Strategy and Compliance Assessment
  • Review of product formulation for compliance with ingredient restrictions under Annexes of UK Cosmetics Regulation
  • Verification of prohibited or restricted substances
  • Evaluation of claims, safety, and labelling requirements
• + UK Responsible Person (UK RP) Services
  • Acting as the legally designated UK Responsible Person for manufacturers located outside the UK
  • Ensuring product safety, labelling, and documentation compliance
  • Maintaining the Product Information File (PIF) accessible to authorities
• + Cosmetic Product Notification via SCPN
  • Preparation and submission of product information on the Submit Cosmetic Product Notification (SCPN) portal
• + Label and Claims Review
  • Review of product labels to ensure compliance with UK labelling standards
  • Verification of claims such as “hypoallergenic,” “dermatologically tested,” or “natural” to align with UK and ISO 24444/24442 guidelines
• + Safety Assessment and PIF Compilation
  • Preparation of the Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)
• + Post-Market Compliance Support
  • Support in adverse event reporting to the OPSS
  • Periodic review of ingredients against regulatory updates
  • Labelling updates and renewals as per the latest UK guideline