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On the Horizon: Tattoo and Permanent Makeup Ink Restrictions

On the Horizon: Tattoo and Permanent Makeup Ink Restrictions

Jan 8, 2018

Several European regulatory bodies have proposed restrictions on tattoo and permanent makeup inks, citing potential health issues.

UPDATED: FDA Bans 24 Antiseptic Ingredients Including Triclosan

UPDATED: FDA Bans 24 Antiseptic Ingredients Including Triclosan

Jan 8, 2018

Along with triclosan, the FDA has banned 23 other ingredients used in health care antiseptics, finding their safety and efficacy insufficient.

Eco-Friendly Biosurfactant Regulations Drive Market Growth

Eco-Friendly Biosurfactant Regulations Drive Market Growth

Jan 4, 2018

Marine biosurfactants are turning into a trend due to their therapeutic properties. However, the main driver of this market is government regulation, developing a set of rules for product safety.

UPDATE: Claires Recalls Glitter Cosmetics After Asbestos Allegations

UPDATE: Claire's Recalls Glitter Cosmetics After Asbestos Allegations

Dec 29, 2017

Claire's, a retailer aimed at young girls and teenagers, has recalled several glitter-containing products after allegations surfaced that they contain asbestos.

FDA Weighs in on Holographic Cosmetics

FDA Weighs in on Holographic Cosmetics

Dec 12, 2017 | Brooke Schleehauf

Holographic, iridescent and other special effect color additives have been allowed to shine in recent consumer trends. Click through for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's take on how these additives are regulated.

EU Responds to Peanut Safety Concerns

EU Responds to Peanut Safety Concerns

Dec 7, 2017

In the interest of safety, the European Commission has limited the use of peanut oil and hydrolyzed wheat proteins in cosmetics.

Australian Chemical Reform in Action

Australian Chemical Reform in Action

Dec 1, 2017 | Ric Williams, ASCC Technical Committee

The Australian government released a proposal to change its national chemical notification scheme earlier this year, which will include a ban on animal testing. Interestingly, it allows for risk-based regulation.

FDA Sets Regulatory Framework for Regenerative Biological Therapies

FDA Sets Regulatory Framework for Regenerative Biological Therapies

Nov 16, 2017

It's a sign of the times when technology and innovation hit a point where the U.S. Food and Drug Administration must stop and write new rules to ensure consumer safety. That time, with respect to regenerative biological therapies, is now.

Cosmetovigilance Connections: Safety and Concerns Over Light-cured Gel Nails

Cosmetovigilance Connections: Safety and Concerns Over Light-cured Gel Nails

Nov 16, 2017 | Chris Flower and Emma Meredith, Ph.D., Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association, London

Cosmetovigilance is necessary for the prevention of potentially undesirable effects from cosmetic products. In relation, UV light used to cure gel manicures is one area with which the CTPA and British Society for Cutaneous Allergy are concerned.

[podcast] Sizing up Nanotechnology in Cosmetics

[podcast] Sizing up Nanotechnology in Cosmetics

Nov 13, 2017 | Jennifer Novoseletsky

Learn why size matters in an exclusive interview podcast with Russ Walters, Ph.D., of Johnson & Johnson, where he reviews nanoparticles and nanotechnology, among other concepts, within cosmetics.

Grant Receives Halal Certification

Grant Receives Halal Certification

Nov 3, 2017

Maintaining hundreds of products and INCI ingredients, Grant Industries is now officially halal certified. This certification is in demand across nearly every country globally and the company is working to fulfill the industry need.

Grant Receives Halal Certification

BASF is FONAP's Newest Supporting Member

Nov 2, 2017

"Becoming an official supporter of FONAP is an important signal for BASF in its ongoing efforts to foster sustainable oil palm products."

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