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J&J, Walgreens-Boots, L'Oréal, Maybelline and E.L.F. Named in 'Oil-free' False Advert Suits

A series of legal complaints has been filed alleging that cosmetic products are not oil-free as claimed. Its products among them, J&J recently appealed to the court to dismiss the charges due to unfounded injury and a misinterpretation of what constitutes "oils."

Ingredient Review Update from CTFA

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) board announced updated ingredient assessments in its April 4, 2006, report.

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Elkem Emerges From the Blue

To expand the international silicone chain at Elkem Group, the company integrated two other companies, while also renaming Bluestar Silicones to Elkem Silicones.

Framework Adopted from Animal Alternative Cooperation

A framework has been adopted to increase international cooperation, collaboration and communication on alternative test methods.

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Cropwatch Requests Comment From Industry

Cropwatch has requested information from industry professionals on a variety of topics.

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CTPA: "Getting the Best from Brexit"

The Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association (CTPA) has recently released a position paper titled, “Getting the Best from Brexit.”

ADA Requests Tooth Whitener Classification from FDA

The American Dental Association (ADA) has published a statement requesting that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) establish appropriate classifications for tooth-whitening chemicals.

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Report: L'Oreal Withdrawing Makeup Products From Japan

According to The Mainichi, L'Oreal decided to focus on its hair care and hair color businesses which have grown as a result of home-based demand.

FDA Cautions Against DEG-containing Toothpaste from China

Cautioning consumers, the FDA warned against using toothpaste made in China and issued an alert to prevent DEG-containing toothpaste from entering the United States.

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China to Ban Cannabis and CBD from Cosmetics

Cannabis sativa fruit, Cannabis sativa leaf extract, Cannabis sativa seed oil and cannabidiol (CBD) are included in the proposal.

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CVS Removes Controversial Sunscreen Chemicals from Store-brand Products

CVS store-brand sunscreen products will no longer contain certain sunscreen ingredients thought to damage marine ecosystems.

Death From Methyl Salicylate Incites Debate on the Ingredient

A 17 year-old track star from Staten Island, N.J., USA, died from overexposure to methyl salicylate, an ingredient commonly formulated in OTC muscle pain cream that is also known as salicylic acid methyl ester, oil of wintergreen, betula oil and methyl-2-hydroxybenzoate.

REACH Update: New Facts from ECHA and Other Parties

This column will update earlier issues with information that has been published by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) or other parties involved in the REACH procedures.

PFAS have been used in cosmetics such as nail polish, shaving cream, foundation, lipstick and mascara to make products more durable, spreadable or water-resistant.

New Zealand to Ban PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' from Cosmetics

As a part of several updates made to the Cosmetic Products Group Standard, the New Zealand Environmental Protection Agency announced the decision to ban PFAS on Jan. 30, 2024; the ban will go into effect on Dec. 31, 2026.

FDA Warns Consumers About Side Effects from Topical Acne Actives

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to consumers that over-the-counter (OTC) acne products containing benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid can cause severe irritation or severe allergic reactions in rare instances.

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e.l.f. Gets a Lash-ing for Sourcing from North Korea

The beauty brand has agreed to pay nearly $1 million for importing false eyelash kits that, unbeknownst to the company at the time, contained materials sourced from North Korea.

Siloxane D5 Removed From CEPA List of Proposed Toxic Substances

The Minister of the Environment has accepted the siloxane D5 assessment by the Siloxane D5 Board of Review, and the material will be removed from a proposed list of toxic substances under the Canadian Environment Protection Act (CEPA).

L'Oréal Receives A Warning Letter From the FDA for Drug Claims

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning letter to L'Oréal for gene, stem cell and skin regeneration claims associated with Lancôme products.

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