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France is the first country in the EU to export its “ordinary” cosmetics to China without testing on animals.

'Ordinary' French Cosmetics Become the First to Bypass China’s Animal Testing Mandate

France has become the first country in the EU to export “ordinary” cosmetics to China without testing on animals.

'REACH must not be used to circumvent the Cosmetics Regulation and render the cosmetics testing and marketing bans meaningless.'

Unilever + 484 Stakeholders Urge EU Officials: Uphold Cosmetic Animal Testing Ban

In an open letter from the industry, Unilever and some 484 additional industry stakeholders pressed European lawmakers to uphold the animal testing ban for cosmetics.

PETA scientist, Amy Clippinger, Ph.D., sits next to EPA administrator, Andrew Wheeler, as he announces the plan to end tests on mammals.

PETA’s Wheeler Scholarship Supports Non-Animal Testing

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator, Andrew Wheeler, is honored by PETA by naming a new research grant after his late mother. This grant aids in the development of using animal-alternative testing methods.

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China to Accept Animal-alternative Test Data Under These Conditions

Could the animal testing mandate for cosmetics be over in China? No. At least not yet. But under given circumstances, animal-alternative test data will instead be allowed, as well as abstracts of safety assessments.

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Appeals to ECHA Board Rejected, Animal Tests Required for REACH

These decisions are among the most important taken by the Board of Appeal to date. The relationship between the information requirements in REACH and the marketing and animal testing ban in the Cosmetics Regulation have been an issue for years.

Nearly 900 companies have announced support of The Humane Cosmetics Act.

900 Companies Support Humane Cosmetics Act to End Animal Testing

The Humane Cosmetics Act, which would end animal testing for cosmetic products and ingredients in the U.S. and prohibit the import of cosmetics tested on animals around the world, has garnered support from nearly 900 companies.

China could be phasing out animal testing for many cosmetic categories.

Is China Ending Pre-market Animal Testing for Cosmetics?

Hair dye, sunscreen and select other products would be exempted.

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3D Skin Substrate Meets Speed, Complexity and ECM-based Research Needs

Researchers from the University School of Dental Medicine in Boston have published on a 3D skin equivalent model with high throughput potential and greater cellular complexity originating from human ECM.

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Colombian Senate Bans Animal Testing for Cosmetics

Colombia is the first nation in South America to ban animal testing for cosmetics. "Today, Colombia becomes a better and more humane society," said Senate Co-author Richard Aguilar, according to Animal Defenders International.

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GARDskin Provides Animal-free Way to Guard Skin

SenzaGen and XCellR8 have recently expanded its collaboration to offer GARDskin Animal Product-free, an animal-free skin sensitization assay safety assessment for chemicals in products.

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Is Mexico Next to Ban Animal Testing?

Recently, Mexico made the move to initiate a ban on animal testing of cosmetics. This would make it the first North American country and the 40th country worldwide to do so.

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[video] Responding to COVID-19, Childhood AD and Sensitive Skin

This week's top headline picks in cosmetics R&D news range from COVID-19 responses, to botanicals for childhood atopic dermatitis and more. Here's Rachel Grabenhofer with her video recap.

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Non-animal Ocular Irritation Test Adopted by OECD

InVitro International announced the adoption of its Ocular Irritection (OI) protocol, an animal-free ocular irritancy test, by the OECD.

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Expert Opinions: Color Pause*

Featuring insights on cruelty-free, inclusivity, sustainable, renewable and more, this month's collection of "Expert Opinions" is all about the pause on color cosmetics. Click through to the digital magazine for the complete article.

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Strat-M® Membrane for Transdermal Diffusion Testing – FREE Sample

Strat-M® membrane is a synthetic, non-animal based model for transdermal diffusion testing that is predictive of diffusion in human skin and is an alternative to animal testing. Learn more about this innovative technology and request a free sample.

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PETA Adds Avon to Working for Regulatory Change List

This list comprises companies recognized for their demonstrated, ongoing commitment to promoting the development, validation and regulatory acceptance of non-animal methods.

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Will the U.S. Finally Ban Animal Testing for Cosmetics?

It's been attempted before, so will U.S. legislators succeed this time in a nationwide ban against animal testing for cosmetics? The U.S. Humane Society believes so; and it appears the industry is on board.

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Illinois Bans Animal Testing for Cosmetics

Illinois has become the third state in the U.S. to prohibit the sale of cosmetics that have been tested on animals. Read on for details and exceptions.