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$18.8 M Payout in J&J Talc Lawsuit Could Upset Settlement Offer
The ruling could sway individuals in the tens of thousands of other cases to also pursue claims in front of a jury, pressuring the judge overseeing the settlement case.
Animal Alternatives
Canada Officially Bans Animal Testing for Cosmetics
Animal Alternatives
Canada Commits to End Animal Tox Testing While MoCRA Misses the Mark
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[podcast] The Bigger Issue Behind Microbial Contamination
Many cosmetic recalls in the U.S. relate to microbial contamination but not for the reason you might think. Here, experts from the Univ. of Cincinnati and PCPC explain why it's more than alternative preservatives to blame. Register now to listen.
Sponsored
Natural & Sustainable Sensory Modification – Verdessence RiceTouch
Polymers are traditionally sourced from petroleum, which consumers may associate negatively with fossil fuels and environmental damage. The beauty of biopolymers lies in their sustainability, as they’re derived from the cells of living organisms.
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
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.
Cruelty-free/Halal
U.K. Government Alleged to Secretly Abandon Animal Testing Ban; CTPA Responds
Cruelty Free International called on Home Secretary Suella Braverman MP to reinstate the 1998 ban (case number CO/3748/21) although according to the CTPA, the ban was never abandoned.
Safety
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.
Event Coverage
2 Winners and 4 Finalists Shine in 2023 Cosmetic Victories Competition
Cosmetic Victories finalists included a human skin model, natural senolytic ingredient, photoactivable algae derivative for anti-acne effects, a palm oil alternative and both in vitro sunscreen ecotoxicity and contaminant testing. See who won.
Actives
Xylyx Bio Matrikynes Exhibits Clinical Anti-aging, Barrier Repair Efficacy
The ingredient is based on matrikines, whose intrinsic bioactivity have been shown to activate regenerative mechanisms that can drive tissue repair, the company reports.
Animal Alternatives
Canada Set to Ban Animal Testing for Cosmetics, Body Shop Responds
The Canadian government's proposed amendments in Budget 2023 will prohibit the sale of cosmetics that rely on new animal testing data or display misleading product labeling pertaining to animal testing.
Audio
[podcast] How RNA Sequencing Advances Claims Support
RNA sequencing is a newer, more dynamic approach than DNA sequencing to measure the effects of ingredients and products on skin. Rishabh Kala, Ph.D., of Genemarkers, explains its capabilities in this sponsored podcast. Register now to listen; it's free.
Animal Alternatives
Brazil Prohibits Animal Testing for Cosmetics, Mandates Alternatives
The use of vertebrate animals, except human beings, in the R&D and quality control of personal hygiene products, cosmetics and perfumes that use ingredients or compounds with safety and efficacy already scientifically proven is prohibited.