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Preserving the Facts on Parabens: An Overview of These Important Tools of the Trade

Parabens have a long history as effective preservatives in foods, cosmetics and drugs, with extensively documented human and environmental safety profiles. This article reviews these important ingredients.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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[podcast] EWG vs. the Industry on Cosmetic Ingredient Safety

On the surface, this seems like a story about an activist group stirring up unnecessary fear to target an "unregulated" industry. And a self-regulated industry allegedly putting dollars ahead of safety. But the reality is actually much deeper and philosophical in nature. Listen now!

Shaving And Its Effects On Percutaneous Absorption In The Skin

Shaving and its Effects on Percutaneous Absorption in the Skin*

Despite its being an area of concern for many years, the percutaneous absorption of cosmetics has not been rigorously studied. Additionally, the effects of shaving on this process are relatively unknown. An overview of recent research reveals that more research in this area is required.

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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.

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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Confounding Labels: One ‘Natural’ = 100+ ‘Chemicals’

As most formulators are aware, creating a product with three or more botanicals in it means a final formula containing more than 200 chemicals. How is this better for skin? It's not, according to this commentary.

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.

The FDA reminded consumers to check its blacklist of hand sanitizers they should not use due to methanol content, insufficient active ingredient or false and misleading/unproven claims.

FDA on Hand Sanitizers, Topical Irritation Testing and Biosimilars

Recent FDA activities include education for consumers on hand sanitizers and biosimilars, and guidance for testing the irritation/sensitization potential of topicals in relation to abbreviated new drug applications. Following is a roundup.

'...There is currently insufficient relevant and reliable scientific data to conduct realistic ERAs and there is not enough scientific data to support sunscreen ingredient bans,' wrote the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC).

PCPC on NAS Report: 'Not Enough Data to Ban Sunscreens'

The Personal Care Products Council has released a statement responding to the National Academy of Sciences Report, "Review of Fate, Exposure, and Effects of Sunscreens in Aquatic Environments and Implications for Sunscreen Usage and Human Health."

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Partnership Studies Mitochondria to Assess Screen Light Effects on Skin

For those taking in the spirit of Halloween last week, there is an all-too familiar horror to behold … skin damage caused by light from electronic devices. Gattefossé has recognized this skin terror and is teaming up with CYTOO to examine it more closely; via cellular mitochondria.

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SCCS on Methyl Salicylate: Safe Within Cosmetic Limits, Weak Sensitizer

The European Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) recently issued its preliminary Opinion on the safety of methyl salicylate.

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It'll Grow on You: Fully Functional 3D Skin Model

Blood, sweat and hairs ... a group of researchers from Japan have developed a skin transplant model that can create fully functional 3D skin transplants, complete with hair follicles and sebaceous glands, for replacing seriously damaged skin or as an alternative to animal tests.

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900+ Hand Sanitizer Poisonings, Mexican Imports Put on FDA Alert

CBS News recently reported 900+ Americans were accidentally poisoned by hand sanitizers in January 2021 alone. In relation, the FDA has placed an import alert on all Mexican sanitizers, which have been the source of multiple offenses.

The guides are regularly revised to incorporate the progress of scientific knowledge in general and the experience gained particularly in the field of testing and safety evaluation of cosmetic ingredients.

11 Changes to SCCS Guides for Cosmetics Safety Testing — Plus a Note on 'Nano'

The European Union's (EU's) Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) recently updated its notes of guidance (NoG) for cosmetics and cosmetic ingredient safety testing, emphasizing alternatives to animal testing and more.

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