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Jun 10, 2011 | 08:51 AM CDT
Breslawec Named PCPC Chief Scientist, Replacing Bailey
The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) announced that Halyna Breslawec, PhD, has been named the organization’s chief scientist, replacing John Bailey, PhD, who will officially retire on July 29, 2011, after nine years of service.
Jun 07, 2011 | 11:01 AM CDT
Industry Debate: US FDA vs. Sunscreens
By: Cosmetics & Toiletries LinkedIn Members…
During last month’s NYSCC Suppliers' Day, several attendees expressed frustration regarding the delay of the US Food and Drug Administration’s Final Sunscreen Monograph. Cosmetics & Toiletries asked its LinkedIn members to comment. Here’s what the market had to say.
May 18, 2011 | 10:22 AM CDT
'Green' Standard Launched to Certify Cosmetic Product Life Cycle
Non-profit organization Green Seal Inc. has created GS-50, reportedly the first US certification standard for cosmetic and personal care products that covers the whole product life cycle.
Apr 22, 2011 | 11:27 AM CDT
FDA Issues Warning Letter for Eyebrow/Eyelash Growth Product Claims
Cosmetic manufacturer Lifetech Resources LLC has been issued a warning letter by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding claims touted on three of its eye care products.
Feb 01, 2011 | 09:44 AM CST
PCPC's Ansell Responds to Reports of Bath Salt Danger
Jay Ansell, vice president of the cosmetics program for the Personal Care Products Council, has issued a statement in response to reports of human deaths and injuries related to drug-containing bath salts.
Dec 07, 2010 | 04:14 PM CST
Naturals: The New Cosmetic Religion
By: Johann W. Wiechers, PhD, JW Solutions
There is a connection between religion and cosmetics, and that connection is naturals. Naturals are the new (cosmetic) religion. This column's provocative title tries to link the evidence for the existence of God to the evidence for the claimed benefits of naturals.
Oct 13, 2010 | 10:29 AM CDT
FTC Calls for Comments on its Revised 'Green' Product Claims Guidance
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is seeking public comments on proposed revisions for its "Green Guides," which are designed to help marketers avoid making misleading product claims. Since marketing often impacts product formulation, it is important for formulators to understand the proposed changes as well as provide their input.
Jul 22, 2010 | 05:25 PM CDT
2010 Safe Cosmetics Act Introduced to the US House
US House representatives recently introduced HR 5786, the Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010, only days after the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) petitioned Congress for greater oversight from the US Food and Drug Administration.
Jul 16, 2010 | 09:25 AM CDT
Report Finds Consumers Desire Organic, Natural Ingredient Education
In a study conducted by Kairos Consumers, consumers admitted that they know little about what constitutes an organic or natural product. They also noted that they require more education about the effectiveness and product claims related to organic and natural products.
Jul 06, 2010 | 10:21 AM CDT
FDA Adds Cosmetic Manufacturers to Import Alert for Drug Claims
The US Food & Drug Administration's (FDA) Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) has re-issued an import alert that scrutinizes cosmetic manufacturers importing antiaging products into the United States that make drug claims.