Ceetox sees increase in EU interest since sweeping ban

23-Apr-2013 - The organisation dedicated to the development of alternative methods for the industry have noted a major increase in interest from the EU on in vitro toxicity screening options since the sweeping ban came into force last month.

Cruelty Free International campaign targets US animal testing ban

15-Apr-2013 - Animal rights group Cruelty Free International says it wants to follow up on the impetus from the complete ban on animal testing in Europe by launching a new campaign targeting the US market.

SCCS puts two more cosmetic ingredients up for opinion

12-Apr-2013 - The Scientific Committee for Consumer Safety has opened opinions on personal care preservative cetylpyridinium chloride and a phosphate glass powder used in packaging, EcoG+.

Authority takes steps to curb ‘deadly cosmetics’ in Tanzania

11-Apr-2013 - On destroying 750 cartons of cosmetics worth over TZS100m that were believed to have contained harmful chemicals in Africa’s Rukwa region, the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) is urging for serious steps to be taken.

As report claims harmful chemicals found in cosmetics, industry urges not to be misled

10-Apr-2013 - A new report from a French consumer group claims to have found endocrine disruptors in many popular cosmetics products; however the Cosmetics Toiletry and Perfumery Association has once again reiterated the safety of all products on the market.

Scientific Committee attributes bulk of aluminum exposure to cosmetics

09-Apr-2013 - According to a Norwegian Scientific Committee, antiperspirants containing aluminum contributes the most, in terms of exposure to the Norwegian population.

Systematic assessment of EDCs some way off, say experts

09-Apr-2013 - In light of a recent report by an expert group led by the Joint Research Centre (JRC), scientific experts reckon that the systematic assessment of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) should be a collective goal, despite not currently being possible.

Industry bodies back new in vitro nanoparticle safety test

03-Apr-2013 - According to the European Commission, an EU funded research project has significantly advanced the capability of in vitro testing of nanoparticles.  

New cosmetic directive – will you be ready by July?

29-Mar-2013 - As July fast approaches and new regulation is set to replace the Cosmetics Directive 76/768, industry professionals must be ready to comply with new requirements for all cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Have you herd the moos? FDA re-opens comment on cow intestines in cosmetics

28-Mar-2013 - The Food and Drug Administration has reopened the public comment period on a 2005 directive allowing certain previously prohibited cattle parts to be used in cosmetics.

Viewers accuse Coty perfume ad of being 'overtly sexual'

28-Mar-2013 - The fragrance firm was contacted by the Advertising Standards Authority after it received complaints from viewers challenging whether a TV ad for its CK One perfume was overtly sexual.

EU Scientific Committee adopts opinion on UV filter

27-Mar-2013 - An opinion on the use of nanoscale 2,2’-methylene-bis-(6(2H-benotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol) (MBBT) as a UV filter in cosmetics and sunscreen has been adopted by the European Commission's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety.

Physician questions whether cosmetics go a claim too far?

26-Mar-2013 - A physician has hit out at the cosmetics industry for using misleading claims in their advertising of anti-aging products and has called upon the lawmakers to put additional regulations in place.

SCCS makes progress on cosmetics opinions

21-Mar-2013 - The European Commission’s Scientific Committee for Consumer Safety has opened nine opinions and one addition on four cosmetic and six hair dye ingredients for public comment.

Industry association questions if science is ready as animal testing ban comes into play

19-Mar-2013 - The Personal Care Association Cosmetics Europe has questioned whether the science and alternative methods are ready to replace animal tests for cosmetics ingredient; a week after the ban has come into play.

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Global consumers show greater confidence in non-animal tested cosmetics

15-Mar-2013 - Consumers around the world show greater confidence in a cosmetic product’s safety if it has not been tested on animals according to a new survey, as other countries call for bans to follow Europe’s example set this week.

Industry heralds animal testing ban emphasizing development of science

12-Mar-2013 - The complete ban on the sale of cosmetics developed through animal testing in the EU which came into play on March 11, should ensure we will see greater collaboration between scientists and regulators, according to industry.

German institute finds β−arbutin as posing a health risk in cosmetics

12-Mar-2013 - The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) has reported, after carrying out an assessment on the use of β−arbutin in cosmetics, that the substance used in skin lightening products, poses a health risk.

2013 sees Asia take strides towards eliminating animal testing

07-Mar-2013 - With less than a week to go until the ban on selling animal-tested cosmetics in the EU, it appears that it has influenced several markets in Asia, with Korea, India and Japan all seeing instances of following suit in 2013 so far.

EU consumer groups update nano silver products database

05-Mar-2013 - European consumer organisations Beuc and Anec have updated a database of over 140 products on the continent’s market that claim to contain nano silver particles.

Regulatory experts to review global frameworks at in-cosmetics

28-Feb-2013 - Regulatory affairs service provider CONUSBAT has organized a ‘World-Wide Regulatory’ session at the upcoming in-cosmetics trade show in Paris, in which a group of experts will discuss the regulatory frameworks for cosmetic products around the world.

Report claims fragrance allergies as common culprit in skin conditions

26-Feb-2013 - A recent report by health advocacy group ‘Women’s Voices for the Earth’ is claiming that "secret chemicals" used in fragrances in personal care products are causing allergic reactions and sensitivity to US consumers.

EU ban is the turning point for rest of the world to ban animal testing too

26-Feb-2013 - Humane Society International and Lush are calling on cosmetic industry trade associations around the world to ban animal testing in cosmetics for good.

CTPA reiterates safety in hair colourants despite media concern

21-Feb-2013 - The Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association has refuted recent media claims that secondary amines used in some hair colouring products could react with tobacco smoke and exhaust fumes in the air, ultimately forming harmful chemicals such as nitrosamines, which are linked to cancer.