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France-based IEC focuses on safety and efficacy studies, in vitro tests, sensory analyses and consumer tests for dermatological and ophthalmological cosmetic, personal care and hygiene products.

SGS Boosts Personal Care Testing Capabilities with IEC Acquisition

“Joining SGS, the leader in our industry, is a very exciting development for IEC," says Etienne Camel, president of IEC.

In the coming months, rePurpose Global will integrate Bluebird Climate into its existing technology stack, with a unified platform launching by the end of 2024.

rePurpose Global Acquires Bluebird Climate to Build a 1-stop Sustainability Platform for Beauty, Personal Care, Wellness Brands & More

Given the rise of sustainability requirements facing brands, rePurpose Global believes an all-in-one platform will prove a key solution for managing demands from retailers, regulators and consumers.

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Humane Cosmetics Act Brought Before U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives

The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC), Humane Society of the United States, and Humane Society Legislative Fund applauded U.S. Senators and Representatives for bipartisan efforts to introduce the Humane Cosmetics Act.

PCPC Responds to Recent Reports of Lead in Lipstick

The Personal Care Product's Council (PCPC) has released a statement in response to the December 2011 study on lead in lipsticks conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Black people represent 14.4% of the U.S. population, yet only 4-7% of beauty brands available in stores are owned by Black individuals.

Citruslabs x Sula Labs Address Inclusive Beauty's Claims Problem

This new partnership will "fill gaps in personal care products, ensuring effectiveness while specifically catering to the needs of people of color," per Citruslabs and Sula Labs.

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[updated] How Fragrance and Body Lotion Disarm OH Radicals Caused by the Human Oxidation Field

A new study in Science Advances examines how the natural human oxidation field can affect chemical exposures indoors – and how fragrances and personal care products such as body lotions alter these dynamics.

With Nuon’s tech-infused applicators, brands can maximize the efficacy of each product.

The Future of Skin Care: How Nuon’s Revolutionary Technology Amplifies Beauty

Nuon Medical is providing brands with tools that enhance efficacy, elevate user experience, and support sustainability. With Nuon’s support, brands can launch products that combine scientific rigor with cutting-edge technology.

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Gordon Labs Announces New Ownership

The new ownership coincides with the 100th anniversary of the company's initial founding.

'Our customers know us as nimble problem solvers, and that hasn't changed,' said Gary Strauss, president of Micro Powders. 'What has changed is an increased focus on delivering the sustainable ingredients companies and consumers are clamoring for.”

Micro Powders Expanding Safe, Sustainable Cosmetic Ingredient Alternatives

"Our customers know us as nimble problem solvers, and that hasn't changed," said Gary Strauss, president of Micro Powders. "What has changed is an increased focus on delivering the sustainable ingredients companies and consumers are clamoring for.”

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2020 Supplier Directory: Designed to Connect

Whether you’re an upstart indie brand, a multinational legacy brand, manufacturing partner or fall somewhere in between, Global Cosmetic Industry’s annual supplier guide has you covered.

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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BASF Achieves Cosmetic Ingredient Notification for Symbiocell in China

The ingredient was developed in response to growing consumer demand for sensitive skin care solutions, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Tox Testing at the Speed of Light (Really)

Until now, testing chemicals for their toxicity has relied on reporter genes, which can take 24 hr to deliver results. A new approach from North Carolina State University, however, uses a modified protein that emits light when binding occurs—effectively signaling its safety.

Consumers are testing the limits of beauty innovation like never before, demanding elevated value, efficacy, sustainability and experiences, from product to branding and packaging to marketing and social engagement.

Global Cosmetic Industry Reveals 2025 Beauty Themes

From skin and hair health to emerging technologies and manufacturing trends to the latest packaging and ingredient innovations, 2025's information agenda will equip brands to compete in a dynamic, competitive marketplace.

France is the first country in the EU to export its “ordinary” cosmetics to China without testing on animals.

'Ordinary' French Cosmetics Become the First to Bypass China’s Animal Testing Mandate

France has become the first country in the EU to export “ordinary” cosmetics to China without testing on animals.

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Oleon Health and Beauty Debuts Radiastar 1436 Natural Guerbet Alcohol for Films, Sensory Effects

The vegetable-based, multi-branched Guerbet alcohol is liquid at room temperature and is reportedly a great film former that imparts unique skin feel, good oxidation stability, excellent pigment dispersion and a cushioning touch with fantastic gloss.

HeiQ Skin Care is suitable for all textile fibers and can be applied to all textile items that come in direct contact with the skin.

HeiQ Skin Care Technology Offers Microbiome Balance Through Next-to-Skin Apparel and Home Textiles

HeiQ Skin Care is suitable for all textile fibers and can be applied to all textile items that come in direct contact with the skin.

Beauty Accelerate will tap into emerging ingredients and claims, with a focus on efficacy and substantiation.

💧Beauty Ingredients & Claims in the Spotlight: Experts Speak Out🧪

Validated Claim Support will be on hand to assist brands in making their marketing claims stick. The clinical research company helps to back marketing claims through scientific data collection and custom tailored studies.

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