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A Complete Guide to Cosmetic Aerosol Labelling in the European Union

Margarida Lindo

Dec 22 min read

A Complete Guide to Cosmetic Aerosol Labelling in the European Union

When it comes to cosmetic products, the European Union (EU) places a strong emphasis on consumer safety and transparency. Cosmetic...

Margarida Lindo

Nov 183 min read

Safety tests: ophthalmological tests

The safety of cosmetic products is extremely important, as it constitutes a fundamental requirement for protecting public health,...

Advancing Sustainability in Cosmetic Science: A Deep Dive into Upcycled Ingredients

Margarida Lindo

Nov 42 min read

Advancing Sustainability in Cosmetic Science: A Deep Dive into Upcycled Ingredients

In the realm of cosmetic science, the pursuit of sustainable practices has taken a promising turn with the integration of upcycled...

Margarida Lindo

Oct 212 min read

Cosmetic market in USA

In the USA, two tiers of regulation must be considered: Federal Law and State Law, the last one depending on the state wh ere the...

Margarida Lindo

Oct 183 min read

ANSES Alert about Glyoxylic Acid

On Wednesday, October 16, the French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES) issued a warning about the...

The importance of adapting the label to the european market

Margarida Lindo

Oct 72 min read

The importance of adapting the label to the european market

If you want to import your cosmetic products into the European market, one of the steps you shouldn't neglect is adapting the label in...

Unlocking the Secret of a Healthy Hair: The Power of Thermal Protection

Margarida Lindo

Sep 233 min read

Unlocking the Secret of a Healthy Hair: The Power of Thermal Protection

In the pursuit of luscious locks, consumers often subject their hair to various styling tools, from blow dryers to flat irons, in search...

Margarida Lindo

Sep 92 min read

An overview on Novel Food

Novel foods are foods or food ingredients that were not consumed, to a significant extent (rare or non-existent), by humans in the...

Safety tests: phototoxicity and photosensitization

Margarida Lindo

Aug 263 min read

Safety tests: phototoxicity and photosensitization

The safety of cosmetic products is extremely important, as it constitutes a fundamental requirement for protecting public health,...

Vegan, Natural and Organic Cosmetic Products

Margarida Lindo

Aug 122 min read

Vegan, Natural and Organic Cosmetic Products

Vegan, natural, and organic cosmetic items are gaining popularity worldwide. There is a wide array of vegan, organic, and natural...

The use of Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) in cosmetic products

Margarida Lindo

Jul 292 min read

The use of Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) in cosmetic products

Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) have a long history of use in dermatological preparations and recently have become important ingredients in...

Margarida Lindo

Jul 152 min read

Low microbial risk products

Microbial quality is a crucial factor in determining the safety of cosmetic products. It must be guaranteed that the product does not...

The Importance of Evaluating Skin Hydration in the Cosmetics Industry: The Role of the Corneometer

Margarida Lindo

Jul 12 min read

The Importance of Evaluating Skin Hydration in the Cosmetics Industry: The Role of the Corneometer

In the Cosmetic Industry, faced with increasingly demanding consumers, it is important to demonstrate the efficacy of products and...

Margarida Lindo

Jun 173 min read

Environmental Claims in Cosmetics

In a world increasingly attuned to the environmental impact of our choices, it's no surprise that the beauty industry is undergoing a...

The importance of performing efficacy tests in cosmetic products

Margarida Lindo

Jun 42 min read

The importance of performing efficacy tests in cosmetic products

In the cosmetic industry, faced with increasingly demanding consumers, it's important to demonstrate the efficacy of products and...

Distinguish Date of Minimum Durability (DMD) and Period After Opening (PAO)

Margarida Lindo

May 202 min read

Distinguish Date of Minimum Durability (DMD) and Period After Opening (PAO)

The concepts of Date of Minimum Durability (DMD) and Period After Opening (PAO), despite being very simple, are of essential importance....

Is your packaging safe for use in cosmetic products?

Margarida Lindo

May 62 min read

Is your packaging safe for use in cosmetic products?

One of the factors that differentiates cosmetic products like a strong marketing component, is the packaging. However, it is necessary to...

HRIPT vs Patch Test: What are the differences and benefits

Margarida Lindo

Apr 222 min read

HRIPT vs Patch Test: What are the differences and benefits

In the realm of cosmetic products, ensuring safety and minimizing the risk of adverse reactions is paramount. Patch tests and Human...

Nutrition and Health Claims for food labeling

Margarida Lindo

Apr 83 min read

Nutrition and Health Claims for food labeling

The voluntary inclusion of nutritional or health claims on food labels can be a good help to encourage consistent and high-quality...

The importance of performing safety tests on cosmetic products

Margarida Lindo

Mar 252 min read

The importance of performing safety tests on cosmetic products

According to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council, a cosmetic product made available on the market...