TPO Regulations 2025 : Everything you need to know

You may be already aware or have heard of the news surrounding the upcoming TPO Regulations coming as of September 1st 2025 in all of the EU and same restrictions to be set in place in Great Britain in early 2026.

TPO has been prohibited to be used in cosmetic products by the European Commission for production and sale.

We understand many of you have questions and concerns about these changes and how they might impact our products. This blog aims to address frequently asked questions.

WHAT IS TPO?

TPO (Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide) is a photo initiator used in nail products to help harden and cure the coatings quickly under UV light.

WHY IS IT BEING BANNED?

Regulatory bodies in the EU and Great Britain are implementing the ban as part of broader cosmetic safety regulations aimed at reducing the use of chemicals that may pose risks, particularly in products that come into direct contact with the skin.

WHAT IS LUXE GEL PROFESSIONALS APPROACH TO THESE CHANGES? 

As a company, we constantly assess cosmetic regulations and have been updating our product formulations in-line with guidelines and upcoming changes.

We have been bringing in TPO-free products already ahead of the changes, and will continue to do so.

Original formulations that contain TPO will be discontinued and reformulated to adhere to the new regulations. No original formulas containing TPO will be sold from September 1st 2025.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR NAIL TECHS WHO STILL HAVE TPO PRODUCTS?

As a nail technician, you are still able to use your TPO products once the ban comes into effect. The ban is only only applies to the manufacture and sale of products containing TPO, not the use of existing ones. Meaning there is no need to throw any of your products out, if you want you can stock up on your beloved products prior to the ban to continue longer use. 

Any current TPO containing products will not be restocked and are only available while stocks last.

If you have any further questions, please reach out to us on info@luxegel.com