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FDA Proposes MoCRA-mandated Tests to Detect Asbestos in Talc-containing Cosmetics
On Dec. 26, 2024, the FDA proposed test methods by which cosmetic manufacturers would be required by MoCRA to assess talc-containing products for asbestos, along with enforcement provisions.
Skin Care
Product Spotlight: Dickinson’s Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner
Bath/Shower
Dove Launches Personal Care Collection with Crumbl Cookies
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Cleansing
Thomas Swan Premieres Casamed BKC, BKC PF Antimicrobials for Confident, 'Futureproof' Supply
The quaternary ammonium-based compounds are recognized for versatile antimicrobial properties; the palm oil-free grade is highlighted for supporting social responsibility and enabling the creation of more sustainable, "futureproof" formulations.
Bath/Shower
Product Spotlight: E.L.F. Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm
Consumers are becoming more educated about the importance of thorough skin care, seeking products that deliver both cleanliness and nourishment. E.L.F.'s Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm nicely illustrates this.
Cleansing
Product Spotlight: Thayers Blemish Clearing Balm
Described as a lightweight moisturizer, this balm is said to provide essential hydration while targeting acne with an alcohol-free formula. It reportedly leaves skin feeling renewed thanks in part to detoxifying lemongrass oil.
Sponsored
A new collagen era for hair care with Col-Frag remastered™
Col-Frag remastered™ is a type I collagen fragment produced in Wild plants as biofactories through vertical farming, that provides volume, gloss and facilitates combing.
Bath/Shower
Halle Berry's Respin and Women’s Intimate Care Brand Joylux Join Forces to Advance The Intimate Health Industry and Raise Menopause Awareness
Vaginal wellness brand Joylux and Halle Berry’s menopause-focused platform Respin have collaborated on the launch of two intimacy wellness products.
Skin Care
Product Spotlight: Kroger's Morning Refresh Face Wash with Stimulating Exfoliants + Vitamin C
Featuring ginseng and vitamin C, the oil-free cleanser is offered as an alternative to the Clean & Clear brand Morning Burst facial cleanser.
Skin Care
Rebalancing skin microbiome from intimacy to odor modulation: Calybiota® Bio
New clinical tests show that Calybiota® Bio from Expanscience reduces body odor by rebalancing the skin microbiome. Sustainably sourced from red kapok tree calyxes, this hydrosoluble ingredient supports overall microbiome balance.
Skin Care
Formulating Forum: Cleansers, Treatments and Makeup for Oily, Acneic and Seborrheic Skin and Scalp
Skin imbalances ranging from sensitivity and redness to dryness and oiliness can be linked to several factors and require proper formulation. This article considers cleansing, treatment and makeup for oily, acne-prone and seborrheic skin and scalp.
Skin Care
Formula Focus: Nectar Body Wash
This nectar body wash has a honey-like texture and is rich in actives for gentle cleansing and extra hydration. It also features ingredients for moisture retention and to help support the skin’s microbiome profile.
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Cosmetics & Toiletries
Unveils Beauty Themes for 2025
From skin and hair health, to holistic protection, mind-body beauty and integrated sensory experiences, 2025's media agenda will equip cosmetic chemists and beauty innovators to develop advanced products that compete in a dynamic, competitive marketplace.
Cleansing
Nouryon's Structure M3 Polysaccharide Confers Biodegradability to Cleansing
The Structure M3 co-surfactant is said significantly reduce the irritation potential of commonly used surfactant systems, providing mildness, cleansing and foaming in shampoo, facial cleanser and body wash formulations.
