Cosmetovigilance

It has become common to read on product sheets or on the skincare product's label itself: "It is recommended to perform a skin test before use". But why is it recommended to do this? What does this test consist of? How should one proceed?

Conventional or natural cosmetics may contain allergens in their formulation. To protect consumers, they are subject to certain regulations. Find out how many there are, what the labeling requirements are, and what dosages must be followed.

In certain situations, what we believe to be acne is not always acne: it could be a skin purge. This phenomenon is observed following the use of certain active ingredients contained in skincare products. Discover which ingredients are responsible for this skin reaction.