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Cosmetics Legislation Transition Dates for 2025
Significant regulatory changes regarding cosmetic product ingredients will come into effect as of 2025. These changes are crucial for both product safety and public health, as well as for the auditability of regulatory compliance.
Cosmetic companies are required to take these transition dates into account in new product development and existing product revisions.

In this article, we provide a detailed list of ingredients banned, restricted, or subject to labeling requirements in 2025, along with their effective and deadline dates.

Banned and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (2025)

The table below provides basic information about the upcoming restriction/ban regulations:
Ingredient Restriction / Ban Effective Date Deadline for Existing Products Remarks
Homosalate Only in facial products: max. 7.34% 1 January 2025 1 July 2025 A concentration limit of 7.34% has been set for SPF-containing facial products.
Arbutin (α & β) β-Arbutin: 7%
α-Arbutin: Face 2% / Body lotion 0.5%
1 February 2025 1 November 2025 Hydroquinone residue must be kept low; concentration limits in formulation are mandatory.
Kojic Acid Only in facial and hand products: max. 1% 1 February 2025 1 November 2025 Safe use at 1% concentration in face and hand creams (including neck application).
Retinol
and Derivatives

(Retinyl Palmitate, Retinyl Acetate)
Body lotion: max. 0.05% RE
Other products: max. 0.3% RE
Label warning: “Contains Vitamin A… Daily intake should be considered before use.”
1 November 2025 1 May 2027 Label warning and dosage limits are mandatory for all products containing retinol.
Colloidal Gold,
Silver,
Copper (nano)
Nano form banned 1 February 2025 1 November 2025 Nano ingredients must be removed from formulations; only non-nano alternatives permitted.
Triclosan Permitted only in:Toothpaste, bar soap, body soap/shower gels, deodorants (non-spray), face powders, concealers, artificial nail cleaning products before application Max. 0.3%
Label warning: “Not to be used on children under 3 years of age.”
31 December 2024 31 October 2025 Products containing triclosan must comply with both label warning and dosage limits.
Triclocarban In all cosmetic products except mouthwash: max. 0.2%
Label warning: “Not to be used on children under 6 years of age.”
31 December 2024 31 October 2025 Products containing triclocarban must comply with both label warning and dosage limits.

Transition Process Management
The specified dates have been formalized in accordance with regulations published in the Official Gazette. However, there are certain points manufacturers should be aware of to prevent the risk of non-compliance during inspections during the transition period.

In New Product Developments:
  • The ingredients listed above must not be included in the formula at all.
  • For substances still in use, the limits and labeling permitted by legislation must be fully adhered to.
In Existing Products:
  • The continuation of products on the market that have not expired but have not been revised in terms of content may pose a risk.
  • Revision, recall, or replacement processes must be completed before the transition dates.
Investing in Regulatory Compliance and Label Compliance is an Investment in Brand Safety
In the cosmetics industry, regulatory compliance is not only a legal obligation but also critical for brand reputation, consumer safety, and market sustainability.
Before the transition period ends:
  • Evaluate all your products,
  • Complete necessary formula revisions,
  • Update your labels and declarations,
  • Manage the process with confidence by receiving expert support from COSMING.
You can contact us for detailed information and service requests.
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