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Pick and Choose—Balancing Sunscreen Benefits: Sun Protection or Vitamin D?

It’s well-known that over-exposure to UV light is harmful to the body, yet it is vital for production of essential vitamin D. Understanding the balance between the benefits of sun protection and vitamin D synthesis is not yet well understood.

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PCPC/FDA Briefing: VOCs, CBD, PFAs, Talc and the Safe Cosmetics Act

VOCs, CBD, 1,4-dioxane, talc, transparency, PFAs, formaldehyde, allergens and the Safe Cosmetics Act are among the top current areas of focus for the PCPC and FDA. These and other topics were discussed during the PCPC's virtual summit, held May 11-13, 2021.

Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden have submitted a proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under REACH. The ECHA will publish the detailed proposal, reportedly one of the broadest in the EU’s history, on Feb. 7, 2023.

ECHA Adds to Hazardous Chemicals List, Reviews PFAS and Classification Proposals

The ECHA has added one cosmetic-related ingredient to the "hazardous" list, and received a five-nation proposal to restrict PFAS and three intentions/proposals to harmonize classification of cosmetic-related substances. See which ones are named.

As the first quarter of 2022 came to a close, several regulatory changes were announced in the Asia-Pacific region. Following is an overview, which includes ingredient restrictions, claims guidelines, adverse reactions and more.

Asia-Pacific Regulatory Update: GMPs, Safety, Ingredient Restrictions, Claims and More

As the first quarter of 2022 came to a close, several regulatory changes were announced in the Asia-Pacific region. Following is an overview, which includes ingredient restrictions, claims guidelines, adverse reactions and more.

Jay Ansell, Ph.D., vice president of cosmetic programs at the Personal Care Products Council, will discuss changes and challenges in cosmetic regulatory fundamentals and the potential they hold for product development during Beauty Accelerate 2022.

Transformative Times and Opportunities in Cosmetic Regulation at Beauty Accelerate 2022

Jay Ansell, Ph.D., vice president of cosmetic programs, Personal Care Products Council (PCPC), will discuss changes in cosmetics regulation and the opportunities they present at Beauty Accelerate 2022. Register now for the Early Bird rate.

Achieving UVA Protection and Awaiting Regulation Updates at the Sunscreen Symposium

Although summer was drawing to a close, sun protection was still the hot issue for the 350+ attendees of the Florida chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists’ (FLSCC) 12th Sunscreen Symposium. The event theme, “Perpetuating Beauty Through Protection,” was at the forefront of all three days of lectures.

Regulatory Review: EU Update: Animal Origin Materials and Other SCCP Opinions

This column outlines recent advancements in EU regulation. It discusses regulation of animal origin ingredients in addition to SCCP opinions on coumarin, parabens, toluene, triclosan, HC Red No. 1 and 4-methylbenzylidene camphor.

Photostability Test for Additional Sunscreen Claims, Part II: Calculations and Results

Proposed here is an in vitro method, based on UV transmission measurements at two irradiation doses, to test and rank sunscreens based on their photostabilities. This approach was used to assess some 107 sunscreens and shows how, by strictly controlling key parameters, comparisons between the photostabilities of products can be made, with potential for new label claims.

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FDA Pushes Higher Limits, New Labeling and More Data for Sunscreens

Broad spectrum sunscreens are critical for preventing skin cancer and UV damage, yet many of their essential requirements have not been updated in years. This was the driver for new sunscreen regulatory rules proposed by the FDA.

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Key West Joins Hawaii in the Ban of Octinoxate and Oxybenzone

The Florida Keys will no longer allow the use of sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate. Does this mean California is next?

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Letter to Editor Questions Benzophenone Study; Author and Industry Expert Respond

A Letter to the Editor in Chemical Research in Toxicology points to flaws in a study gaining recent attention and calling for the removal of octocrylene-containing sunscreens from the market. The author responds; as does an additional industry expert, David Steinberg.

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Eevia and Barrington Nutritionals Team up to Take On North America

"Barrington is honored to partner with Eevia to bring their line of natural, organic-certified ingredients to the North American market."

The draft guidance is intended to help ensure the safety of cosmetic products that many consumers use day-to-day. The FDA is accepting comments on the draft guidance until Sept. 7.

FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Cosmetics Company Product Registration and Submission

The draft guidance is intended to help ensure the safety of cosmetic products that many consumers use day-to-day. The FDA is accepting comments on the draft guidance until Sept. 7.

The ICCS is a global initiative focused on the adoption of animal-free assessments of cosmetics and its ingredients for human health and environmental safety.

Inolex and CTPA Join ICCS, Further Promote Animal-free Testing Methods

The ICCS is a global initiative focused on the adoption of animal-free assessments of cosmetics and its ingredients for human health and environmental safety.

This two-part series will explore the current regulatory environment for color additives in the U.S. (Part I) and global (Part II) cosmetic markets. It will also examine the unique chemistry of naturally derived colors and their benefits.

Red Tape and Golden Opportunities in Natural Cosmetic Colorants, Part I

This two-part series will explore the current regulatory environment for color additives in the U.S. (Part I) and global (Part II) cosmetic markets. It will also examine the unique chemistry of naturally derived colors and their benefits.

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Microbiome Claims: Should Pre-, Pro- and Postbiotic Skin Care Be Regulated?

This paper debates whether microbiome-focused skin care and claims should be regulated, and the questions this raises. It demonstrates the complexity of such products from a safety, efficacy, regulatory and marketing standpoint, begging the question of whether it is time to set standards.

Companies should review all product labels and update them to include Responsible Person contact information. They should also take stock of any noncompliant inventory and assess the practicability (and cost) of relabeling those products.

How Cosmetics Companies Can Avoid MoCRA Compliance Pitfalls and Litigation

Despite MoCRA’s efforts to clarify and standardize regulations, and even though its requirements have only been in effect for a handful of months, cosmetics companies have already started to encounter pitfalls.

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What's Next: Cosmetics & Toiletries 2019 Calendar and Call for Papers

In 2019, Cosmetics & Toiletries looks to you for insights on skin radiance, anti-pollution, hair repair, skin sagging, microbiome, bespoke beauty and more. Announcing our new editorial calendar—submit now!

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