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Sun Care
FDA Proposal Includes dsm-firmenich's Parsol Shield as Approved Active
If approved, this milestone would mark the first new UV filter introduced in the United States in over 25 years, closing a longstanding innovation gap for American consumers and public health.
Regulatory
FDA Endorses Bemotrizinol Amid Push for Modernized OTC and Sunscreen Standards
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2026
C&T Allē Awards
Date is Set: Join Us May 18 for a Red Carpet Reception in NYC
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Skin Care
Maternal Stress Linked to Early-life Eczema
In a mouse model, elevated levels of corticosterone, a stress hormone, in the amniotic fluid, altered the programming of fetal mast cells and sensory neurons.
Sun Care
Azafran Innovación Debuts Azafran BioSheer Zinc Dispersion for High Transparency and Performance
Azafran Innovación's Azafran BioSheer Zinc Dispersion features uncoated zinc oxide designed for maximum transparency and robust broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection, per the company.
Regulatory
Regulatory Round-Up: Toxic Dyes in Taiwan; ECHA Microplastics Reporting; Boots/Wet n Wild, Neutrogena Recalls; FDA Talc Testing; PFAS Mapping; and More
This roundup offers an overview of recent cosmetic product recalls, along with regulatory updates, safety evaluations and new compliance requirements.
Sponsored
Unica's Triple-Mix Bottle: Effortless Dispensing for Multi-Formula Products
Unica Packaging’s Triple-Mix Bottle is a new three-chamber packaging designed to simplify the delivery of complex multi-formula products. The Triple-Mix Bottle uses a unique single pump design that ensures effortless dispensing of your multi-formula product.
Sun Care
Shin-Etsu Silicones Lightens Up Sunscreen Sensory Experience with Sheer Zinc Milk and Clear Gel Concepts
The company recently showcased its latest ingredient innovations and two non-greasy, aesthetically pleasing sunscreen concepts that reportedly feel exceptional on the skin.
Skin Care
DSM-Firmenich Unveils Exovive Lift Plant Exosome Breakthrough for Skin Rejuvenation
The innovation leverages natural cellular communication to deliver clinically validated results in skin rejuvenation and a new approach to anti-aging solutions.
Testing
FDA Withdraws Rule on Testing for Asbestos in Talc-Based Cosmetics
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced it will withdraw its proposed rule to establish approved testing methods for detecting and identifying cancer-causing asbestos in talc-containing cosmetics.
Hair Care
New Silab Data Unveils Exfolactive's Efficacy in Scalp Care
Silab presented new efficacy data for Exfolactive, a natural active known for its exfoliating and hydrating properties in skin. New findings also demonstrate its benefits in hair care, offering a gentle and effective solution for scalp health.
Regulatory
Comprehensive Review Confirms Safety of Avobenzone UV Filter
The review concluded avobenzone has a strong safety profile, shows minimal absorption through the skin, and presents no significant toxicological risks when used within approved concentrations.
Hair Care
Cosphatec Unveils Cosphaderm HAP Nature-identical Antimicrobial for Modern Cosmetics
Beyond its function as a preservative, Cosphaderm HAP provides antioxidant properties and features a neutral sensory profile.
Color Cosmetics
Givaudan Unveils White Biotechnology Innovation Center in Toulouse
The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, including a dedicated fermentation lab and biocatalysis development area.
