Even though cannabidiol has been gaining ground in cosmetics since 2020, it does raise questions. That’s why Estelle Dehier, from Labosphère, has chosen to focus on the continuation (and end) of the series devoted to these ingredients that are the talk of the town.
To date, the use of cannabidiol has not been banned in Europe. It is not classified as a narcotic substance (because yes, that’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of this ingredient!).
In 2022, Europe was due to give its opinion on the use of CBD in cosmetic products, with many European countries already at odds on the subject.
In May 2023, the European Commission launched a call for data to assess the use of cannabidiol in cosmetic products. Data had to be provided by 30 September 2024 in order to prepare a dossier for submission to the SCCS.
Attractive properties
CBD has a wide range of properties, so it is available over the counter in specialist shops, pharmacies and on the Internet.
Some of its properties are “seductive” for the cosmetics industry (moisturising, anti-ageing, relaxing…). Some brands have even developed their entire range around this flagship ingredient.
Yes, but!
The quality of the cannabidiol extract chosen for the development and manufacture of the cosmetic product must be rigorously selected beforehand and its purity measured (synthetic origin, and/or natural origin with measurement of Tetrahydrocannabinol (or THC) in the extract). Even if the Responsible Person remains the …
