Archives for January 15, 2013

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Misleading eye gel raises eyebrows as ASA bans ad

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

It may be a new year but it seems cosmetics companies are still getting caught out for misleading consumers, as a UK watchdog has pulled up press ads by Transformulas International over claims made about its eye gel.

Clariant to buy ingredients player CRM International

By Simon Pitman

Fine chemicals player Clariant says it intends to acquire France-based Cosmetics Raw Material (CRM) International, which specialises in natural ingredients for the personal care market.

SCCS publishes 8th version of guidance document

By Michelle Yeomans

The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has again compiled a revised guidance document containing relevant information on the different aspects of testing and safety evaluation of cosmetic substances in Europe.

Croda buys emollient technology business

By Simon Pitman

UK-based Croda International has confirmed the acquisition of New York-based Innovachem, a company specializes in technologically advanced emollient solutions.

Paul Mitchell pledge furthers Cruelty-Free campaign

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Cruelty Free International, the organization founded by the BUAV, has announced a new partnership with luxury hair care brand Paul Mitchell, with the latter pledging that its products will not be sold in China until the country changes its laws on animal...