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Amway Korea Pockets More Than a Trillion in 25 Years

From $3,436,795.093 in 1991 to $896,887,398.39 in 2016, Amway Korea reports increasing profits during the past 25 years of cosmetic sales.

Update: TSCA Reform Bill is Trying to Make its Way to President's Desk

A bill that amends the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to revise regulations on chemicals has passed the House although what is next now remains in question.

Health Canada Warns About MI/MCI in Leave-on Formulas

As of June 14, 2016 all products containing MI/MCI preservatives intended for use by children should no longer be available for purchase, according to Health Canada. All other products may not be available after December 31, 2016.

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Iran Eases Regulations With Korea Exports

Iran and Korea have both agreed to reduce regulations on Korean cosmetics exports for eased sale of local products in the Iranian market.

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BASF Applauds EU's Zinc Oxide Approval

Now that the EU has approved zinc oxide beginning May 21, BASF applauds the move which will support formulation of products aimed at filtering UV rays.

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Lonza’s New Hair Care Technology Center Embraces Global Footprint

Lonza Customer Care’s Global Center for Hair Care Technology has opened a new site at Blackley, Manchester, United Kingdom to help progress the hair and skin care industries.

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EU Gives Zinc Oxide, POK the OK for Certain Uses

Formulators will be able to use zinc oxide and potassium hydroxide in cosmetics and personal care products under certain new European Union guidelines starting May 21.

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The Safe Cosmetics Modernization Act Gains Momentum

Support for H.R. 4075, the Safe Cosmetics Modernization Act, is gaining momentum with recent backing from two U.S. congressional leaders, including a Democratic cosponsor. ICMAD applauds the move.

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Can New Approaches Pave the Way for Better Toxicology?

The ECHA is hosting a topical scientific workshop April 19-20 that examines new approaches to animal testing alternatives and chemical safety assessments.

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Korean Beauty Leading in China

Korean brands are dominating search and social platforms by leveraging social media logins, video content and mobile-optimized platforms.

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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.

Switzerland Plans to Ban Animal-tested Cosmetic Ingredients

As part of the momentum that is growing globally to ban testing on animals for cosmetics, the Swiss government is planning to ban the sale of cosmetics containing ingredients newly tested on animals.

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BASF Facility Certified for Halal Production

BASF received the international halal certification HAS 23000 for the 145 ingredients the company offers for personal and home care products.

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Greenaltech Launches Algaktiv Zen to Reduce Stress

Greenaltech introduced ALGAKTIV Zen, a microalgae blend helping support well-being in connection with the skin's neurological system.

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Florida Considers Changing Cosmetics Mandate

The state of Florida is considering changing a mandate on the biannual registration of cosmetics.

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Microbeads Could Be Ousted in Australia

Supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles are removing all personal care and beauty products containing these tiny microparticles off the shelves.

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Prop 65 Not Cool with Aloe Vera Extract

The state of California intends to list aloe vera, whole leaf extract and goldenseal root powder as known to cause cancer under Proposition 65.

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New Sunscreen Allows Body to Produce Vitamin D

Researchers discovered altering ingredients in sunscreens allows the body to produce vitamin D, which led to a new sunscreen development called Solar D.