Discover common pitfalls in consumer product evaluations and how to avoid them. Learn to craft clear, relevant questions, conduct pilot tests, keep surveys concise, and analyze data effectively. Improve your market research skills to gather valuable insights for product development and marketing, even without a large budget for professional studies.
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Sunscreens protect against UV radiation, preventing sunburn and premature aging. Despite growing market demand and revenue potential, small businesses face challenges due to strict regulations, high formulation costs, and competitive market. SPF and broad-spectrum testing are crucial for making sun protection claims, posing significant entry barriers.
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My unexpected role in pioneering safety assessments for new cosmetics, the creation of our initial reporting format, and how these early experiences shaped industry standards and my subsequent professional practices.
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This post explores the role of the “responsible person” and the use of “mandates” in the cosmetic industry within the EU and UK. It discusses how these practices, although not currently required by law, are emerging as industry standards to ensure compliance with cosmetic regulations, and predicts their future legal significance.
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In my last blog post on the subject of the risks of talc, I pointed out that since the 1970s, manufacturers in the United States have put an emphasis on using asbestos-free talc in consumer products. I also reviewed the scientific studies looking at the possible link between ovarian cancer and talc use. The findings
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The EU’s new product liability regulations in Regulation (EU) 2023/988 introduce stricter safety and traceability requirements. Article 4 mandates product safety through design and manufacturing, with additional protective measures like warnings and instructions. Article 16 focuses on product traceability and safety information. These changes come into force in December 2024, with the UK expected to follow suit.
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Someone is having trouble with a balm containing zinc ricinoleate going grainy.
Frequently Asked Formulation Question – How to get a smooth paste with zinc ricinoleate Read More »
A CAS number, also known as a CAS Registry Number, is a unique numerical identifier assigned to every chemical substance described in the open scientific literature. It is issued by the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS), a division of the American Chemical Society. Each CAS number is designed to provide a unique, unmistakable identifier for chemical
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Do CPSRs need to be updated when the ingredients change?
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