Navigating Cosmetic Compliance: Why You Need a UK Responsible Person
Navigating Cosmetic Compliance: Why You Need a UK Responsible Person
If you're looking to sell cosmetic products in the UK, there’s one key role you can’t overlook: the UK Responsible Person (RP).
Since Brexit, the UK has its own cosmetic regulations, separate from the EU’s, and they come with a clear legal requirement — every cosmetic product placed on the UK market must have a designated UK Responsible Person. It’s not just a nice-to-have; it’s mandatory.
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What Is a UK Responsible Person?
The UK Responsible Person acts as the bridge between your cosmetic brand and the UK regulatory authorities. Their job is to ensure that every product you place on the market complies with UK Cosmetics Regulation (Schedule 34 of the UK Product Safety and Metrology Regulations 2019).
This includes:
- 📄 Holding your Product Information File (PIF)
- 🧴 Ensuring correct product labelling and claims
- 📢 Notifying products via the UK Submit Cosmetic Product Notification (SCPN) portal
- 🛡️ Monitoring safety and adverse effects
- 📬 Being the point of contact for UK regulators like the OPSS
In short: if something goes wrong, the UK RP is the one who answers the call.
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Who Needs One?
You need a UK RP if:
- You’re based outside the UK and want to sell cosmetics in Great Britain
- You're a UK-based brand but sourcing or manufacturing your products internationally
- You want to launch your cosmetics in the UK market with full regulatory peace of mind
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Why Work with a Professional UK RP?
Partnering with a professional service like Advena Medical means more than just ticking a legal box.
You’ll get:
- ✅ Experienced regulatory support
- ✅ Fast and accurate SCPN notifications
- ✅ Peace of mind knowing your compliance is in expert hands
- ✅ A trusted name to represent your brand in the UK
Advena’s team understands the nuances of UK cosmetic regulations and offers flexible packages to match your product range and business size.
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Final Thoughts
With the UK cosmetics market standing strong post-Brexit, the opportunity is big — but so are the responsibilities. Don’t let non-compliance hold you back. Appointing a qualified UK Responsible Person keeps your products legal, safe, and ready for retail.
👉 Learn more about appointing Advena as your UK Responsible Person here: