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Type: News
Section: Testing
Regional
Transparency on the Rise: Data on 15,000 Chemicals Released
The ECHA took steps toward chemical transparency by releasing data on 15,000 chemical substances, reducing the need for animal testing and encouraging in-depth analysis.
Nutricosmetics
Korean Team Puts Their 'Finger' on the Next Nutricosmetic
The oral intake of Chinese ginger, otherwise known as fingerroot or
Boesenbergia pandurata
, was recently found to improve skin hydration, wrinkling and gloss. How? Read on to learn more.
Consumers/Market
Sex Lubricant Market on the Rise
Abstaining from many (not all) of the dirty puns we could slide into this report, here we describe what's behind the growing and virile personal lubricants market.
Actives
Anti-pollution Ingredients on the Rise
Various innovations, claims and tools for anti-pollution ingredients are under discussion and according to Euromonitor, the beauty and personal care industries are expected to see an increase of this trend.
Regional
EU Draws the Line on Endocrine Disruptors
The European Union (EU) has set scientific criteria for endocrine-disrupting materials. While determined in the context of plant-protection products, these criteria relate to cosmetics not only in the cultivation of plant-derived materials, but also in review of previously SCCS-approved Category 2 CMRs.
Literature/Data
Telomere Rejuvenation Stops the Clock on Aging
Scientists may have found a way reverse signs of aging through chromosomes. In vivo tissue reprogramming was found to lengthen telomeres, a telltale sign of cell rejuvenation.
Skin Care
Beware: Blue Light Damage On The Rise
Blue light is becoming more prevalent across the industry as suppliers are recognizing the significance of the damage caused by both sunlight and technology. A few industry professionals shared tips on prevention and treatment for said damage.
Sun Protection
Analytical Device Raises the Bar on UVA-PF
A new UV transmittance analyzer has been designed to exceed Colipa's UVA protection factor (UVA-PF) requirements to support the development of higher protection factor sunscreens.
Literature/Data
Patent Pick: Progress on the SPF/UVA-PF Front
The sun was shining on Unilever inventors when they uncovered a new chemistry combination to improve SPF and UVA-PF factors for enhanced sun protection. A new patent application explains.
Testing
The Body Shop Encourages Global Ban on Animal Testing
"The Body Shop passionately believes that no animal should be harmed in the name of cosmetics and that animal testing on products and ingredients is outdated, cruel and unnecessary."
Literature/Data
ZnO Nanoparticles Penetrate but Only Under These Conditions
Zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles are a major component in sunscreens but their ability to permeate skin has remained undetermined. Recent work in
Applied Biomaterials
identifies the conditions under which they penetrate—notably, not in their nano form as they exist in sunscreens.
Skin Care
One Ingredient, Twice the Benefits for Pores and Age Spots
DSM has created a solution to benefit two skin problems at once. The company’s latest skin care ingredient helps eliminate facial pores and age spots simultaneously. Additionally, helps the skin look younger and improves appearance after the age of 30.
Animal Alternatives
NICEATM Requests Info on the Murine Local Lymph Node Assay
The US National Toxicology Program (NTP), Interagency Center for the Evaluation of Alternative Toxicological Methods (NICEATM) has requested comments, nominations of scientific experts and submission of data on the murine local lymph node assay.
Safety
UK Seeks Data, Reports on Testing the Safety of Nanomaterials in Cosmetics
The UK's Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) is calling for data and any scientific information related to assessing the safety of nanomaterials in cosmetics.
Regional
New Jersey Bans the Sale of Out-of-State Cosmetics Tested on Animals
While the state had already banned animal testing for cosmetics where alternative methods exist, the law extends its reach to ban the sale of such cosmetics from outside of the state.
Color Cosmetics
L'Oréal Focuses on Custom Cosmetics, Wearables and Try-on Technologies
During the IFSCC Congress, Guive Balooch, Ph.D., of L’Oréal, presented on the effects technology will have not only on the chemists working in the lab, but on the beauty industry in general. His team is focused on: personalization, coaching and virtual try-ons.
Formulas/Products
Excessive Sweat, Gone in One Swipe
There's a new topical solution for excessive sweat that could swipe away future embarrassment—and it's just been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Method/Process
ICCVAM Requests Info on Skin Sensitization Testing
The Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Validation of Alternative Methods (ICCVAM) has requested the submission of new science or information on alternative test methods or testing strategies for skin sensitization, as part of a plan of action to advance this area.
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