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Nowadays, the cosmetics industry has developed a strong interest in applying nanotechnology. A significant number of cosmetic products such as lipstick, sunscreen, anti-aging, cleansers, and perfume contain nanomaterials or nanocarriers and are readily available in the market. Scientific studies have raised justified concern over the potential hazards associated with the penetration of nanoparticles through the skin barrier, which renders the need for precaution. Nanolabels enable consumers to take precautions by making an informed decision and protecting the susceptible group of the population. This paper analyses the necessity of nanolabelling for nanocosmetics in the EU and Malaysia. Reference is made to the nanocosmetics labelling framework in the European Union with special reference made to France and the nanocosmetics framework in Malaysia. It adopts doctrinal analysis by examining the legislation regulating nanocosmetics in Malaysia which is among others in the Guidelines for Control of Cosmetic Products in Malaysia (2nd Edition) effective from 1 August 2022. This paper discusses labelling beyond informed decisions by discussing the debate on (i) potential risk, (ii) risk assessment strategies, (iii) effectiveness of information strategies, and (iv) potential alternatives.
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Basir, S.A., Hasmin, N.A., Othman, M.R. et al. Nanocosmetics Labelling Framework for Malaysia with Reference to the EU. J Consum Policy 47, 165–195 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10603-023-09552-9
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