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Keeping Cosmetics in Check: How Scientific are Cosmetics?
This brief commentary explores the complexity of cosmetic formulas and proposes and approach to express scientific information about these formulas to non-scientific experts.
Apr 26th, 2024
One of the biggest causes of skin aging is UV exposure, making SPF almost a requirement for anti-aging creams. Here, the author describes how SPF regulations led to sun protection claims on anti-aging products; he also posits whether they are pertinent.
Keeping Cosmetics in Check: SPF in Anti-aging Products
One of the biggest causes of skin aging is UV exposure, making SPF almost a requirement for anti-aging creams. Here, the author describes how SPF regulations led to sun protection claims on anti-aging products; he also posits whether they are pertinent.
Jan 6th, 2022
Why is body odor generally considered bad? Some suggest it is a modern 'invention' of advertising. The present article explores perceptions of body odor, advances in AP/deo development and the impact of COVID-19 on AP/deo use.
Keeping Cosmetics in Check: APs/Deos—Truly Essential or Marketing Hype?
Why is body odor generally considered bad? Some suggest it is a modern “invention” of advertising. The present article explores perceptions of body odor, advances in AP/deo development and the impact of COVID-19 on AP/deo use.
Mar 1st, 2022
These differences are examined in terms of whether they appear to impact the safety of cosmetics in the given regions. In the author's view: they don't. Described here are examples of differences in cosmetic regulations in three regions.
Keeping Cosmetics in Check: Do Cosmetic Regulations Make a Difference?
Described here are examples of differences in cosmetic regulations in three regions. These differences are examined in terms of whether they appear to impact the safety of cosmetics in the given regions. In the author's view: they don't.
May 1st, 2022
In this article, the author outlines important questions formulators should ask in terms of background information for the botanical ingredients they are sourcing. Example ingredient choices also are flagged that may cause unforeseen problems related to the clean, ethical and responsible beauty movements.
Keeping Cosmetics in Check: Where the Proverbial ‘Buck’ Stops in Botanicals
In this article, the author outlines important questions formulators should ask in terms of background information for the botanical ingredients they are sourcing.
Jul 1st, 2022
The manufacturing facility for each of your products must be registered with the FDA, so check with your contract manufacturers to make sure they are fully compliant. A contract manufacturer that makes products for more than one brand owner only needs one registration with the FDA. That registration must include the details of all the products made for the U.S. market in that facility.
A Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) Compliance Checklist
Your proactive work to ensure compliance will help the industry move forward, increase consumer trust and loyalty and strengthen your own business.
Oct 18th, 2023
Keeping Cosmeceuticals Cosmetic
Global demand for cosmeceuticals continues at an explosive rate and the discovery of antiaging medical interventions, coupled with new functional active ingredients, provides a fertile innovation ground for product developers. This paper discusses current scientific and regulatory affairs to take into consideration for the successful commercialization of cosmeceutical products.
Oct 21st, 2008
Keeping Cosmeceuticals Cosmetic
Global demand for cosmeceuticals continues at an explosive rate and the discovery of antiaging medical interventions, coupled with new functional active ingredients, provides a fertile innovation ground for product developers. This paper discusses current scientific and regulatory affairs to take into consideration for the successful commercialization of cosmeceutical products.
Oct 27th, 2013
Indulgence, Claims and Innovation Trends at In-Cosmetics
The Marketing Trends presentations at In-Cosmetics Barcelona, which takes place on April 17–19, 2012, provide an opportunity to discover the latest trends and issues affecting the global cosmetics industry. This article will take a look at some of the key trends that will be analyzed in more depth in the presentations.
Apr 4th, 2012
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How EU Regulations Influence Fragrance in Cosmetics
Consumer safety is at the forefront of product development, as shown by this overview of how the EU regulates fragrance in cosmetics. *Adapted with permission from Perfumer & Flavorist.
May 1st, 2018
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Innovation Abounds at in-cosmetics Asia 2012
The leading pan-Asian personal care ingredient event–in-cosmetics Asia–will make a welcome return to BITEC, Bangkok, from Nov. 6-8, 2012.
Sep 4th, 2012
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Brand new initiatives at in-cosmetics North America
in-cosmetics North America 2017 (New York City, 11-12 Oct), the most interactive personal care ingredient event to this date is introducing a brand new program this year.
Jul 19th, 2017
World Progress in Cosmetics Regulation
There have been several important changes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Japan and the European Union (EU) which will affect cosmetics sold in these countries. The additions in Japan and the safety issues raised by the Scientifi c Committee on Consumer Products (SCCP) in the EU will impact formulators worldwide by permitting once-restricted ingredients, requesting more safety evaluations or changing labeling requirements.
Feb 16th, 2009
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Halal Cosmetics – Control of Ingredients
With the growing demand for halal cosmetics, our informative white paper explains the halal requirements and the complexities of what goes into bringing a product to market
Jul 7th, 2020
Asia-Pacific Update: Indonesia Cosmetics
Indonesia is home to approximately 700 cosmetic companies in its 19 provinces. In 2007, total cosmetic production reached 372 tons, with an average 12.5% increase of production from 2003 to 2007.
Sep 19th, 2012
Importing Cosmetics into Japan: Part 1
This column is the first in a two-part series on importing cosmetics into Japan. It discusses the general requirements for cosmetic manufacturers and distributors. The second part discusses these requirements in more depth, and provides a closer look at sunscreen requirements.
Mar 20th, 2014
How Cosmetics are Regulated in Europe
European Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 is the main regulatory framework for finished products when placed on the EU market. Safety for human health is paramount. The Cosmetics Regulation comprises key elements to consider and comply with when marketing cosmetic products in Europe.
Jul 27th, 2016
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FDA Weighs in on Holographic Cosmetics
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.
Dec 13th, 2017
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