Everything to do with the world of cosmetic product development, topical pharmaceutical development, and cosmetic regulations
Everything to do with the world of cosmetic product development, topical pharmaceutical development, and cosmetic regulations
- So You Want To Sell Your Cosmetic Products In Switzerland?
Switzerland is surrounded by EU member states, but because it is not a member of the EU itself, the EU Cosmetics Regulation does not directly apply there . If you are looking to expand your cosmetic brand into the Swiss market, you might be wondering if you can use your existing EU Product Information File or if you need a local Swiss Responsible Person? - What is the difference between squalane, squalene and hemisqualane?Think squalane, squalene and hemisqualane are basically the same thing? What if their tiny name differences hid big changes in skin benefits, sourcing and skin feel?
- Spurious Accuracy On Your INCI List
I was looking over some artwork the other morning. The design looked fine, the branding was sharp, and the claims were nicely hedged. But then, down in the ingredient details, something caught my eye: “Active ingredient: 1003.5 ppm.” “1003.5?” I thought. That sort of precision is — to put it politely — rather optimistic. In the … Read more - Should Teenagers Be Using Anti-Ageing Skincare Products?
Should teenagers use anti-ageing products now so that they look better later in life? - Mitchum Recalls Products That Irritate Users’ Armpits
What’s the cause of the problem with Mitchum’s deodorant that is causing irritation and even burns to its users, and what can be done about it? - Blackthorn Salt
Blackthorn Salt is a new twist on a traditional method of making salt. It offers a salt made in a sustainable way. It might make an interesting alternative to Dead Sea salt as a scrub, bath salt or a headline ingredient for green brands.