They are widely used to get a new look, brighten dull hair, or hide white hair. But they are also worrying due to their allergenic or toxic potential for the body. So, to both reassure consumers and support the cosmetics industry, the European Commission has just published a sheet on hair dyes.
Text of the factsheet: The European Union is the safest market in the world for hair dyes
Is it safe to colour my hair?
Hair dyes are among the most popular types of cosmetics on the market, used by more than 60% of women in Europe and between 5 and 10% of men. Europe is a world leader in the cosmetics industry and a dominant cosmetics exporter. As part of the European Union’s responsibilities to protect its citizens, hair dyes sold in the EU must meet stringent safety requirements to ensure the highest level of consumer safety while still encouraging innovation and competitiveness in this sector.
The European Commission asks its independent Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) to conduct risk assessments for several types of consumer products, including hair dyes and other cosmetics. These assessments are made on the basis of studies performed according to high scientific standards.
What are the concerns about hair dyes?
In the past, the main concern about hair dye products was that they might have been associated with a greater risk of developing cancer. Many epidemiological studies have been conducted to investigate a possible link between the use of hair dyes and a risk …
