Workshop 1:
February 26, 2021
Introduction to Best Practices: Participants were able to a gain a brief introduction to the cosmetics sector and an overview of the web series.
Workshop 2:
April 16, 2021
Implementation of cosmetics frameworks: A Case Study from South Africa: The second webinar was held on April 16, 2021. It focused on international best practices for cosmetics standardization, and included
ARSO technical committee members as well as global private sector stakeholders. The event detailed existing cosmetics frameworks and enforcement strategies implemented by governments, regulatory entities, and standardization bodies.
This included a case study describing South Africa's approach to cosmetics standards frameworks. The training drew over 67 participants.
Workshop 3: International Standards in the Cosmetics Sector
May 20, 2021
The third webinar was held on May 20, 2021 and attracted 45 participants. This event laid an important foundation discussing international best practices for standards development and the importance of using harmonized, international standards related to the cosmetics sector.
Workshop 4: International Standards in the Cosmetics Sector
July 7, 2021
Implementation of cosmetic frameworks with a focus on GSO and Saudi Arabian case studies: The forth webinar was held July 7, 2021 and included 56 participants. The webinar provided a thorough overview of the suggested
framework for cosmetics standards and enforcement using a case study from Saudi Arabia and the GCC Standards Organization (GSO).
Workshop 5: Panel Discussion on Best Practices for Cosmetics
November 23, 2021
The fifth workshop on November 23, 2021 included a thorough review of existing international standards, best practices, safety requirements, and in-market testing for the cosmetics sector. The Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO) further
collaborated with ARSO by sharing some of its experiences on implementation of a recent cosmetics standard, GSO 1943/2021.
Workshop 6: Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics
May 9, 2022
The sixth session of the webinar series centered on good manufacturing practices for the cosmetics sector and served as an opportunity for leaders in the cosmetics industry to meet and discuss the potential next steps for policy, regulatory frameworks,
and regional harmonization of cosmetic standards in Africa. The webinar concluded with a Q&A session and in-depth panel discussion that explored the various ways cosmetics standardization and regulatory frameworks could be harmonized. As part of the Q&A session, participants had
the opportunity to engage with the speakers on how SMEs in Africa could benefit from harmonized frameworks
that incorporate two paths – horizontal and vertical approaches – for companies that are not yet able to meet the more stringent requirements.
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Workshop 7: Labeling Practices for Cosmetics Standards
February 28, 2023
The final webinar on cosmetics standards focused on existing cosmetics frameworks, enforcement strategies, regulatory entities, and standardization bodies,
with emphasis on the different labeling requirements in the United States, European Union, and various regions in Africa. More than 70 participants attended the webinar, including ARSO technical committee
members and global private-sector stakeholders. U.S. and EU industry representatives from the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC), Procter & Gamble (P&G),
and Cosmetics Europe participated in the webinar and shared their perspectives on labeling requirements for cosmetics in the U.S., EU, and Africa.
More than 60 participants representing national standards bodies, testing labs, universities, and other government agencies from various parts of Africa and the U.S. attended the webinars.
