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Let's cut through the hype and focus on how smart, structured data is the true enabler of AI-driven innovation in the cosmetics industry.

Your Cosmetic R&D's New Best Friend: Ethical AI & Smart Data

Learn how to move beyond generic AI models that risk blind spots and biased outcomes, and instead build a reliable foundation for faster, safer product development.

Sunscreen Doping & Unapproved Formats: SPF’s Top Regulatory Challenges

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U.S. FDA Launches Real-time Adverse Event Dashboard for Cosmetics

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Safety Alerts in Beauty: TPO Bans, Heat Styling and Nanoparticle Emissions, Soap and Sunscreen Recalls and More

Here, we provide an overview of recent red flags relating to cosmetics and personal care product safety; from ingredient bans to product recalls and emerging research on nanoparticle emissions.

PFAS have been used for decades, and can contaminate our soil and water.

Lubrizol Accelerates Sustainability Commitment with PFAS-free Peptide Portfolio

Lubrizol, a globally recognized leader in specialty ingredients, announced the elimination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), from its peptide synthesis process.

Lipoid Kosmetik, a Switzerland-based specialist in natural raw materials for the cosmetic and personal care industry, has earned its 11th consecutive EcoVadis Platinum Medal in 2025.

6 Years of Platinum: Lipoid Kosmetik Boosts Sustainability Profile with Latest EcoVadis Medal

EcoVadis evaluates businesses on four key sustainability themes: environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.

dsm-firmenich: Elevating Beauty through Purpose and Scientific Impact

dsm-firmenich: Elevating Beauty through Purpose and Scientific Impact

Shaping the future of beauty with science, sustainability and well-being.

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NSF Launches Science-based Vegan and Cruelty-Free Certification Protocol

The protocol, NSF P543, establishes rigorous verification standards to address consumer demand for science-backed, ethical product claims.

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Safety Alert: Sunscreen 'Doping' and Foam Formats Raise Red Flags

Recent regulatory attention highlights both hidden sunscreen actives in cosmetic products, and the legal gray zone of mousse-format sunscreens — prompting calls for clearer labeling and format approval.

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How the EU's Proposed Regulation Clean-up Benefits Cosmetic Companies

The draft proposal reportedly "responds to growing concerns in the cosmetics sector regarding the interpretive rigidity of the current legal framework and the obstacles it poses to innovation."

Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., IFSCC Congress President 2025

How IFSCC 2025 Will Make Waves in Cannes — and in Beauty: Interview with Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., Congress President

The 35th IFSCC Congress, to be held Sept. 15-18, 2025 in Cannes, France, will keep beauty innovators at the forefront of scientific progress in longevity, neuroscience, emotions and more. Here, Christine Lafforgue, Ph.D., congress president, explains.

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4 U.S. Bills Propose Ban on 18 Cosmetic Ingredients, Fill the MoCRA 'Gap'

This legislative effort reflects growing public interest in ingredient safety and environmental health.

Want to reach California's beauty movers and shakers? Reserve your spot in the California SCC's Suppliers' Day official show program.

Maximize Your Impact: Advertise in the Official California SCC Suppliers’ Day Show Program!

Beyond the show floor, a PDF of this year's show program also will be sent to 7,500 California SCC Members prior to the show.

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More Time to Shine: Submission Deadlines Extended for the 2026 C&T Allē Awards

The 2026 C&T Allē Awards just gave innovators more time to shine. Early Bird entries are now due Sept. 15, with final submissions accepted through Oct. 15. Don’t miss your chance to be spotlighted for excellence in beauty innovation.