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Vitapointe, the cult conditioner for funky hair is no more.
View ArticleMoCRA – Problem and Opportunity
MoCRA is going to bring some challenges, but also some opportunities.
View ArticleHow does MoCRA compare with the EU cosmetic regulations?
How do the new MoCRA regulations compare with the EU ones?
View ArticleThe Dead Turtle Logo: How It Affects Cosmetic and Personal Care Industry
The "Dead Turtle" logo is used to inform consumers about plastic content in everyday products and its impact on the planet. It features a turtle with a plastic ring around its neck and is mandatory on...
View ArticleMicroplastics, including plastic glitters banned in Cosmetics
The ban on microplastics in cosmetics, including the immediate ban on exfoliating beads, has taken the industry by surprise.
View ArticleMoCRA – Some terms and acronyms for Personal Care professionals to get used to
A quick guide to the acronyms relating to MoCRA for the confused.
View ArticleFarewell to The Body Shop – A Brand That Made A Difference
The Body Shop was born in Brighton, England. The first store was opened in 1976 by Anita Roddick, and I became aware of it about a year later. I wasn’t in the business in those days – but I lived near...
View ArticleIs the country of origin required on Cosmetics in the UK?
Yes, the country of origin is required on cosmetics in the UK. According to the UK government’s guidance on making cosmetic products available to consumers in Great Britain, the label for cosmetic...
View ArticleCan You Use ‘Made In The EU’ as a country of origin in the US?
Whether a ‘Made in Europe sounds like the sort of question to which there ought to be an easy answer. It is clear from the UK cosmetic regulations that you need to use the country name. But it turned...
View ArticleAre Eyelash Glues in the EU Regulated as Cosmetics?
In the EU, the regulation of eyelash glues as cosmetics has not been consistent in the past. Some countries, such as France, classified eyelash glue as a cosmetic product and regulated it under...
View ArticleCanadian Regulations – Can languages other than English and French appear?
Yes, in Canada, you can include languages other than French and English on cosmetic product packaging, but there are specific rules to consider: In summary, while the inclusion of other languages on...
View ArticleDo Cosmetic Product Safety Assessments Need Updates on Formulation Changes?
Do CPSRs need to be updated when the ingredients change?
View ArticleWhat You Need To Know About CAS Numbers
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...
View ArticleFrequently Asked Formulation Question – How to get a smooth paste with zinc...
Someone is having trouble with a balm containing zinc ricinoleate going grainy.
View ArticleChanges To General Product Liability Regulations in EU and UK
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...
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