Archives for April 29, 2014

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Italian cosmetics sales saved thanks to exports

By Michelle Yeomans

According to recently released figures from Cosmetica Italia, as the domestic market in Italy continues to decline, the country still stands to profit from cosmetic exports.

EU committee considering formaldehyde in nail hardeners

By Lucy Whitehouse

Formaldehyde is set to be listed as a category 1B carcinogen, banning its use in European cosmetics; despite this, the European Commission is seeking opinions on whether to allow an exception on the continued use in nail hardeners.