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From 'Clean' to 'Safe' Cosmetics: How EU/UK Regulations Can Shift the Parlance Toward Health—A Commentary

This article outlines how regulators in the EU and UK have put measures into place to assure consumers of product safety, particularly in relation to endocrine disruptors. It also proposes communicating to consumers the extent to which products are tested to shift the parlance from "clean" to "safe."

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European Regulatory Update: Greenwashing, Endocrine Disruptors and PFAS

There are robust regulations in Europe regarding chemicals that seem to be based on persistence rather than the analysis of harmful effects. Here, the author highlights regulatory updates in the EU and UK with regard to environmental claims, chemical strategies and more, including endocrine disruptors and PFAS.

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J&J Voluntarily Recalls Benzene-containing Neutrogena and Aveeno Spray Sunscreens

Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots of five Neutrogena and Aveeno aerosol sunscreens as some were found to contain low levels of benzene.

Amazon and EWG are teaming up to add certification labels to the digital platform.

Amazon Adds EWG Verified Label to Select Product Listings

“Customers want a way to make more sustainable and informed shopping choices, and Climate Pledge Friendly is ramping up its efforts to help customers know their purchases meet sustainability standards and are helping to preserve the natural world,” said Adam Werbach, global lead for sustainable shopping at Amazon.

A class action was filed against J&J with its OGX branded shampoos and conditioners to contain DMDM hydantoin, which is reported to cause hair loss and scalp irritation.

Suit Alleges J&J's OGX Shampoo, Conditioners Cause Hair Loss

A class action suit has been filed against J&J for its OGX branded shampoos and conditioners that contain DMDM hydantoin, which is alleged to cause hair loss and scalp irritation.

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Neutrogena Faces Suit Over Benzene in Sunscreens

Neutrogena is facing charges alleging its sunscreens contain unacceptable levels of benzene and do not disclose this ingredient on their labels.

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Words from Wiechers: The Term Cosmeceuticals is No Longer Sustainable

"We really cannot differentiate between a cosmetic and a drug if we accept the fact that a claim made for the product can determine to which category it belongs," Wiechers criticizes, in this "Words from Wiechers."

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NAD Puts P&G's Crest Whitening Claims in Check

The National Advertising Division (NAD) of the U.S. Better Business Bureau reviewed P&G's Crest Whitening Emulsions claims and found some were supported and others were not; revisions were recommended.

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20 Hand Sanitizers Recalled by Health Canada

Health Canada has recalled 20 hand sanitizers between March 31, 2021, and June 22 for ingredient violations, unauthorized sale and more, adding to nearly 100 previous recalls, CTV News reports.

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Target Faces Class Action Suit Over Hand Sanitizer Claims

Target is facing charges of alleged breach of express warranty, among other accusations, that its hand sanitizer's claim to kill 99.99% of germs is false, according to the plaintiff.

Merck KGaA receives halal certifications for the cosmetics effect and care solutions portfolio, entailing 284 products that comply with several internationally recognized halal standards.

Merck KGaA Certifies Entire Cosmetics Portfolio as Halal

Merck KGaA has received halal certifications for its cosmetics effect and care solutions portfolio, entailing some 284 products, which comply with several internationally recognized halal standards.

The NMPA measures prohibit 12 types of claims on cosmetic labels, including the use of forged or unverifiable research results, statistical data, survey results, abstracts, quotes and other misleading information.

Asia Update: Label and Claim Rules, CBD, Microbeads, Naturals and Men's Cosmetics

Cosmetic label requirements and prohibited claims, CBD rules, standards for microbeads, natural and organic rules and the "explosive" growth of male cosmetics have all emerged on the Eastern regulatory front in recent weeks. Here's a roundup, per ChemLinked.

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Burt's Bees Faces Class Action Suit Over 'Natural' Pet Shampoo Claims

Burt's Bees is facing charges of alleged deception through marketing related to its animal shampoos and conditioners that claim to be 99.7% natural but whose ingredients, according to the plaintiff, are mostly synthetic.

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J&J Appeal Over Talc Ruling Rejected by U.S. Supreme Court

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Johnson & Johnson's appeal to a previous decision ordering the company to pay $2 billion to women reporting they developed ovarian cancer due to asbestos in J&J's talc products.

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European Regulatory Update: Siloxanes, Microplastics and the Green Deal

As the UK has undergone regulatory changes in the beginning of 2021, there have been additional propositions to the REACH regulation concerning cyclic siloxanes and microplastics. Explained herein are the key ingredients and chemicals under review, and what potential changes could mean for cosmetic formulations. Additionally, future regulatory insights such as the European Green Deal are explored.

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Asia-Pacific Regulatory: Update Regional Reforms

From the beginning of this year to mid-March 2021, China, South Korea and India updated several important cosmetic regulations. Provided here are brief overviews of these updates and requirements in the Asia-Pacific region including safety, animal testing, manufacturing and more.

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FDA Flags 13 More Sanitizers, Issues One Warning for Methanol Content

Methanol content or possible associations therewith account for 12 of the 13 latest additions by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to its "do not use" hand sanitizer list, along with one warning letter.

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Suit Alleges Dove Men + Care Antiperspirant Stains its Own Record, Causes Yellowing

Unilever's Dove brand Men + Care antiperspirant is promoted for its stain defense technology, yet a suit filed in a Missouri court claims the product actually causes yellowing and staining.

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