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Section: Testing > Safety/Stability
Regional
Butylparaben Blacklisted as ECHA Substance of High Concern
The ECHA’s candidate list of substances of very high concern (SVHCs) now has 209 entries. The latest materials added include three that are identified as toxic to reproduction and one endocrine disruptor—butylparaben. The EU aims to phase these out.
Safety/Stability
Tox Testing at the Speed of Light (Really)
Until now, testing chemicals for their toxicity has relied on reporter genes, which can take 24 hr to deliver results. A new approach from North Carolina State University, however, uses a modified protein that emits light when binding occurs—effectively signaling its safety.
Literature/Data
Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol and Both: Exploring Toxicity
This study underlines the significance of variations in the safety and efficacy of individual and combined preservative systems. It also reiterates the strategy of leveraging the right preservatives and levels for given formulation designs.
Sun Care
In Light of Exposure: Understanding Avobenzone Part II, Application
Avobenzone is a widely used organic UV filter. Its dynamic nature and unique properties are responsible for its widespread use and forms. This second in a two-part series considers avobenzone’s behavior with other sunscreens and in formulas; part one reviewed its characteristics and behavior in solvents.
Literature/Data
Efficacy vs. Risk: A Contemporary Review of Sunscreen Filters
Being protected from sunlight would seem essential to preventing DNA damage that leads to skin cancers; however, the sunscreen filters used pose some risks of their own. This brief review highlights the safety vs. risk of sunscreen filters and approaches to improving their efficacy.
Regional
10 Aspects of Cosmetics Data Mandated by the EU
Product safety: It's crucial. That's why European Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 requires the following 10 aspects of cosmetic product data to be provided in order to support a proper safety assessment.
Skin Care
Supplier Roundtable: Care and Protect Hand Creams
Ever thought about how to formulate hand creams for care and protection? As part of a new “Supplier Roundtable” series, experts from the industry were challenged to provide solutions for hand creams.
Safety/Stability
Ansell Addresses Good, Bad and Ugly Science
The good, bad and ugly science behind ingredient "reputations" were addressed by Jay Ansell, of PCPC, during his in-cosmetics N.A.
Claims/Labeling
Tanning and Whitening Can Be Risky Business
Both skin tanning and whitening products, especially those not approved, can carry serious health risks. This column will review regulatory aspects of tanning products, radiation-emitting devices, skin colorants and cosmetics, drugs and supplements, and skin whiteners to make formulators aware of these risks.
Sensory
RIFM Publishes Assessment of 1,500th Fragrance Material Marking Major Milestone
RIFM has submitted Safety Assessments covering approximately 200 materials for peer review, totaling 1,700 now or soon to be available.
Safety/Stability
Beauty Giants Jointly Uncover Skin Absorption of Some 50 Compounds
Researchers from P&G, L'Oréal, Pierre Fabre Dermo-Cosmétique, Beiersdorf AG and the ADME Task Force of Cosmetics Europe have undertaken a massive in vitro assessment of some 50 compounds to determine their skin absorption and toxicity potentials.
Natural/Sustainable
Progressing Safety, Sustainability and Sincerity with Synthetic Ingredients
As consumers demand complete transparency that extends beyond labels and claims, brands need to provide comprehensive information on the entire supply chain and product lifecycle...
Regional
PFOA and PFOS: California's Next Chemical Targets
California's deadline for two pollutants of concern is looming, and cosmetic manufacturers are urged to become aware of any products containing them and to label accordingly.
Methods/Tools
Pigment Discovery 'Blue' Scientists, and Now Crayola, Away
YInMn Blue was the first new blue pigment developed in 200 years. Now Crayola is inspired to add it to the box, which should officially be available by the end of 2017. Could this spark a new color trend?
Safety/Stability
Standardizing Safety: ISO Validation and Sun Protection Tests
In addition, methods under review pertaining to sun protection are discussed. The ISO sets proposed standards and test methods for nearly every industry; its validation process is described here.
Safety/Stability
Fast Analysis of Cosmetic Allergens Using Convergence Chromatography with Mass Spectrometry
Fragrances are complex combinations of substances that are added to many consumer products to give them a distinctive smell, impart a pleasant odor, or mask the inherent smell of some ingredients—but ultimately, to enhance the experience of the product user.
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.
Safety/Stability
Puberty and Parabens: New Study Cites 'Risk'
Teen girls may be at particular risk to chemicals such as parabens and triclosan used in cosmetics and personal care formulations, a study finds. However, this study, like many others is up for debate.
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