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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.

Deadline Approaches for FiFi 2012 Technological Breakthrough Award Submissions

The Fragrance Foundation will be accepting submissions for the 2012 FiFi Award for Technological Breakthrough of the Year through Feb. 1, 2012.

Full Service Event: Luxe Formulation to Launch at 2014 Luxe Pack Monaco

Aiming to target beauty industry needs “from formula to full service for perfumery and cosmetics," Luxe Pack Monaco announced a new event segment—Luxe Formulation, which focuses on standard or customized beauty formulation, packaging, filling, full service, private label brands and all associated services.

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.

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Update: Teens Face Beauty Chemical Risk; Some Experts Skeptical

A new study says teen girls can benefit from "free-of" products since they might be at risk for exposure to possible endocrine disruptors; but another toxicologist has something to add.

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Don't Derail Your Product Launch

Using QC to stay a step ahead of problems on your own terms.

Cosmetics in Motion

Rheology is a key component of product development, evaluation and performance. While the subject is formidable, everyone in the beauty industry would do well to be familiar with at least the basic ideas.

Chemical Reaction: Skin Care: The Importance of Feel

It is necessary to formulate a product with pleasing sensory attributes and to confirm the results with meaningful tests. Using systematic methods to create the proper feel and appearance is a prerequisite for a new formulation.

Respiratory Safety

Understanding allergens and advancing testing will reinforce the industry’s strong position on consumer safety.

The Necessity of Testing in New Product Development

With the need for claim substantiation at an all-time high, knowing the necessity—and costs—of beauty product testing from early on in the process can help brands plan and develop products accordingly. In addition, being well informed about testing facilitates a brand owners to make the right label claims, through the appropriate tests, for the brand or product market positioning.

Chemical Reaction: The New Toxicology

The toxicologist is a modern Hamlet, finding truth and correct action to be an elusive and ever-shifting goal in the debate over appropriate testing methods.

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[update] Kao Stirs Up Pleasure Centers for Beauty Benefits; Ingredient Suppliers Respond

"The pleasure is all yours" seems to be the cosmetic industry's latest message to consumers. Recent work from Kao Corp. and others, including ingredient suppliers, demonstrates.

Targeted Beauty Testing

Ensure your beauty products’ claims mean something.

Consumer Studies: Pumping the Lifeblood

Understanding consumer preferences is critical to the success of any product. There are key concerns and critical test aspects that need to be considered in developing and conducting consumer studies that lead to this understanding.

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