FDA to Host Free Webinar About Reporting Cosmetic Issues

The webinar will take place on Jan. 18, 2012.

Controversial Ingredients: One Brand’s Perspective

By: Ada Polla and Anne Pouillot

A number of ingredients have been vilified, and ingredient myths have perpetuated. Scientific evidence suggests that some should be eliminated from formulations; the use of others, while safe according to the available scientific data, should be considered for commercial reasons related to consumer perception.

HBA Puts Out Call for Speakers

June 2012 conference track topics will include creating successful brands; package design and consumer appeal; new ingredients and formulation processes, regulatory updates; social media and effective marketing solutions; and real-world case studies.

The Intensifying Regulatory Investigation of Formaldehyde and Its Implications

By: Stan Perry

A recent report on formaldehyde will not only impact consumer confidence, and what can and can’t be used in products, it may also open the door for toxic tort cases. Understanding the background, challenges and methods of addressing this chemical and its use is a lesson that may be applicable across regulations and regulatory environments.

INCI Name: Fragrance

By: Steve Herman

Today’s consumers hate secrets, especially when it involves something they smell or put on their skin. Columnist Steve Herman shares his opinions on transparency.

FDA Seeks Dialogue on Nanotechnology

The FDA is seeking feedback from affected industries and consumers on the inclusion of nanotechnology in FDA-regulated products.

FDA Requests Consumer Notification of Adverse Cosmetic Reactions

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sent a message to consumers requesting them to notify it of all adverse reactions to beauty, personal hygiene and color cosmetic products.

Toxicology in the Age of Twitter

By: Steve Herman

Common sense and good science are far superior to ill-informed and emotional attacks, and taking the narrative to exposure rather than risk is essential to win consumer confidence.