The eye is one of the most sensitive areas a cosmetic can touch. A colourant that's perfectly fine on the cheeks can be banned on the eyelid, a mascara wand can carry bacteria straight to the eye, and a traditional kohl can hide lead. That's why eye make-up gets extra attention from regulators, and why your Product Information File (PIF) needs to be built with the eye area in mind.
Our PIF for Eyes Make-up covers eyeshadow, pressed pigments, eyeliner (liquid, gel and pencil), mascara, brow products, kohl, kajal and surma, and eye primers. We prepare a complete, inspection-ready file that meets UK and EU cosmetic law, so your eye products are ready for retailers, marketplaces and the authorities.
Why Eye Make-up Needs a Specialist PIF
Every cosmetic sold in Great Britain or the EU needs a PIF under Article 11 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and its UK equivalent. Eye products bring some very specific requirements:
- Colourants and the eye area. Not every colourant permitted in cosmetics is allowed near the eyes. Bright neons, some reds and many pinks are restricted, which is why some palettes have to carry "not for use in the immediate eye area" warnings. Every shade must be checked against Annex IV.
- Microbiological risk. Mascara and liquid liner are applied right next to the eye and touched repeatedly with the same applicator. Strong preservation, challenge testing and a sensible period-after-opening are essential.
- Kohl, kajal and surma. Traditional formulas made from galena contain lead, which is banned in cosmetics. Your file must prove your kohl is lead-free and made only from permitted ingredients.
- Lash and brow serums. Growth serums using prostaglandin-like ingredients face serious regulatory scrutiny and may cross into medicinal territory. We check these carefully before anything goes on sale.
- Eye-specific claims. "Ophthalmologist tested", "suitable for sensitive eyes" and "contact lens friendly" all need proper supporting evidence.
We cover every one of these points in a single, well-organised document.
What's Included in Your Eye Make-up PIF
- Product description: product name, type, intended area of use, shade codes and palette contents, clearly linked to each SKU.
- Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR): Parts A and B, cross-referenced from your safety assessment, including eye-area exposure and irritation considerations.
- Shade-by-shade colourant review: every pigment, pearl and glitter checked against Annex IV for eye-area use, with required warnings identified.
- Heavy metal and impurity evidence: supplier data for mineral pigments, iron oxides and carbon black, plus lead-free confirmation for kohl products.
- Microbiological evidence: preservative efficacy (challenge test) results for mascaras and liquid liners, with a justified period-after-opening.
- Stability and packaging compatibility: stability data and evidence that your wands, brushes and pencil casings work safely with the formula.
- Manufacturing method and GMP statement: milling, pressing, pouring, moulding and filling processes documented in line with ISO 22716.
- Claims substantiation: evidence behind wording like "waterproof", "smudge-proof", "24-hour wear", "volumising", "lengthening", "ophthalmologist tested" or "suitable for contact lens wearers".
- Animal testing declaration: confirming testing status of the product and its ingredients under Article 18.
- One inspection-ready file held at your Responsible Person's address and easy to present on request.
Products Covered
- Eyeshadows, eyeshadow palettes and pressed pigments
- Liquid, gel and felt-tip eyeliners
- Eye pencils and waterline liners
- Mascara, lash primers and tubing mascaras
- Brow pencils, brow gels, pomades and powders
- Kohl, kajal and surma
- Eye primers and eye glitter
Selling lash serums, false lash adhesive or something not listed? Send us a message and we'll confirm before you order.
Who This Service Is For
Make-up brands launching eyeshadow palettes or mascaras. Indie and influencer brands with bold, colourful shades. South Asian and Middle Eastern beauty brands selling kohl, kajal and surma in the UK or EU. Brow and lash specialists. Private-label sellers, contract manufacturers and online sellers on Amazon, Etsy or TikTok Shop who need a PIF to list their products. If your product is used around the eyes and sold in Great Britain or Europe, this file is a legal requirement, and we make it simple.
How It Works
- Place your order and choose your speed: Standard (5 business days), Fast (3 business days) or Express (48 hours).
- Share your documents. Your formulations for every shade, CPSR, pigment specifications, challenge test results and label artwork. If we prepared your CPSR, most of this is already with us.
- We review your product. We check every colourant for eye-area use, microbiology, impurities, warnings and claims, and flag anything that needs fixing.
- We build your file. Manufacturing, GMP, claims and animal testing records come together in one consistent format.
- You receive your PIF. Complete and ready to hold at your Responsible Person's address for inspection.
Why Brands Trust Cosmetic Compliance Nest
- Eye-area expertise. We know which colourants, preservatives and claims cause problems around the eyes, and we catch them early.
- Every shade checked. Palettes are reviewed shade by shade, so no single pigment holds back your launch.
- Consistent with your CPSR. Your PIF is built directly from your safety data, so everything matches.
- Fast turnaround. Delivery in as little as 48 hours to keep your launch on track.
- Trusted by 500+ cosmetic brands across the UK, EU and beyond.
- 100% confidential. Your formulas stay protected.
Legal Framework
- Article 11, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (EU Cosmetics Regulation)
- Schedule 34, The Product Safety and Metrology etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (UK)
- Annex II (prohibited substances, including lead and its compounds)
- Annex IV (permitted colourants and their conditions of use, including eye-area restrictions)
- Annex V (permitted preservatives)
- ISO 22716 Good Manufacturing Practice for cosmetics
- Article 18, animal testing provisions
Complete Your Compliance
Your PIF works best alongside the rest of your compliance documents:
- CPSR Safety Assessment, the foundation of every PIF
- UK SCPN Product Notification
- EU CPNP Product Notification
- UK & EU Responsible Person
Want it all handled together? The Complete Compliance Pack includes CPSR, PIF, SDS and notification in one package.
Ready to get your eye range market-ready? Add your PIF to the cart today, or chat with our compliance team if you'd like advice first.
