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.

More Trend Horizons

By: Jeff Falk

The movements, trends and forces that continue to shape the industry.

Two Views of Safety

By: Steve Herman

The safety of fragrance is under fire from special interests. Understanding where challenges originate and the nature of the message of these challenges will allow better-informed decisions about a fragrance brand or fragranced product.

The Council Calls for Greater FDA Personal Care Regulation

The Personal Care Products Council has effected an initiative through which the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would have a greater role in assessing ingredient safety for personal care products sold in the United States.

Franchina Elected President of Colipa

Fabio Franchina has been elected to a two-year term as president of Colipa, the European Cosmetics Association. The association also has named two vice presidents and a vice president treasurer.

Naturals in Europe

By: Marie Alice Dibon

The exploding growth of naturals has left many companies and brands looking for a solid base from which to develop their products, and European brands and regulatory bodies are building portfolios with eco-friendliness in mind.