Australia moves to cut red tape on chemical risk assessments
As part of its measures to cut red tape and promote innovation, the Australian government is pushing for greater acceptance of international standards and risk assessments.
Archives for November 18, 2014
DSM tailors skin product positioning for Asian consumers
Global ingredients supplier DSM has tailored the marketing and positioning of its Regu-Scence skin active in order to meet the needs of Asian consumers.
New study links triclosan to liver cancer in mice
Triclosan has been under scrutiny in the cosmetics industry for a number of years, and now a new study has linked it with liver cancer in laboratory mice. While not dismissing the study, industry says cosmetics products are still safe and a full...
Investors shy away from Nu Skin as profits fall on China troubles
Nu Skin share prices have continued to take a beating following the release of results on November 4th that showed a big drop in profits and a weaker outlook.
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The latest trend in hair care? Hairceuticals!
According to Datamonitor, global spending on hair care last year was $50 billion. As the segment continues to boom, new trends are rising up, particularly in the area of health & wellness.