A drug that Allergen Pharmaceutical sells to people with certain types of glaucoma and ocular hypertension has shown some very unusual side effects. The drug contains an ingredient called “bimatoprost” that unexpectedly and quite effectively stimulates the growth of eyelashes. Allergan has decided to introduce a bimatoprost containing product called “Latisse” targeted to consumers who …

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On cosmetics: “I think it’s incorrect to say we are self-regulated. The FDA sets out standards for how our products can be put together.” John Hurson, Personal Care Products Council. Source: The Rose Sheet

Safety Assessment of Cosmetics in the European Union (S. Karger) is a new book available from Dermato-Cosmetic Sciences. This book deals with many aspects of cosmetic safety assessment, including an overview of the EU legislation on cosmetics, SCCP safety assessments, searches for toxicological data in databases and the challenges of applying alternative methods in safety …

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Substantial progress is being made toward establishing a system of globalization for cosmetic regulations. The group working to achieve this important goal is called the International Cooperation on Cosmetic Regulations (ICCR). More Info: A progress update can be found at www.hc-sc.gc.ca/

The Canadian Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association (CCTFA) held a meeting with the Environment Canada scientists responsible for drafting the reports pertaining to three cyclic siloxanes (D4/D5/D6). These three are cosmetic ingredients used widely in many common products used around the world, including shampoos, hair conditioners and skin products. The goal of the CCTFA meeting …

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In response to media reports of high levels of lead in lipstick, Health Canada tested lipsticks sold in Canada and the agency confirmed levels do not pose any health risk consumers. Further proof that the Campaign for Sale Cosmetics got it wrong in their report! The Canadian government decided to challenge the claims made by …

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The U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce is proposing legislation entitled “The FDA Globalization Act of 2008.” The legislation intent is to stimulate discussion about ways to provide adequate funding for the FDA and contains several provisions that are sure to impact the cosmetics industry. The most important changes related to cosmetics would be: …

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In Singapore, the Health Sciences Authority (HAS) introduced tougher regulation for cosmetic products beginning January 1, 2008 under the Asean Cosmetic Directive (ACD) with the goal of promoting higher standards for safety and quality. Going forward, all cosmetic products, toothpastes, soaps, shampoos, make up and perfume will be regulated under the Health Products Act, instead …

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REACH legislation is evolving all the time, as is its effect on our industry. Big changes will be coming over the next few years, so make sure to keep up to date. REACH applies to all chemicals that are marketed or manufactured in the European Union, with few exceptions. Cosmetics, beauty and personal care products …

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The PCPC (previously CTFA) is a beauty, cosmetic and personal care of association comprised of more than 600 member companies. They changed their name in November, 2007, but this organization continues to focus on providing easy to understand, science-based information for consumers, scientists, manufacturers and the media. More info: www.PersonalCareCouncil.org

A new website has launched: one that provides and in-depth look at cosmetic and personal care product safety. The site is sure to be very useful for consumers. CosmeticInfo.org is an extremely well-designed website that will be useful for locating safety and health information on beauty, cosmetic and personal care products and ingredients. It reviews …

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A subcommittee chaired by Representative Brian Baird has failed to develop a detailed plan for assessing the environmental and health impact posed by nanotechnology. “I am generally puzzled why more progress has not been made to develop this research strategy… necessary for successful development of nanotechnology.”  click to read more of this article At the …

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