Archives for December 2, 2020

Startup claims fermentation expertise will provide differentiator in production of rare cannabinoids

A startup armed with years of university research is seeking to make a splash in the hemp space with a line of cannabinoids produced via fermentation.

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Top 5 most-read stories November 2020: Unilever SARS-CoV-2 research, Garnier solid shampoo launch and Brexit preparations

A round-up of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from November 2020 shows interest in ongoing research around the anti-viral role of mouthwash during COVID-19, sustainable innovation from Garnier and expert insight into Brexit.

Special Edition: Baby and Toddler Skin Care

P&G study finds microbiota may play ‘important role’ in diaper dermatitis

Personal care major Procter & Gamble (P&G) has shown that the skin microbiome in the diaper area among infants differs naturally but also changes according to disease states, suggesting microbiota may play an important role in diaper dermatitis.

Cosmetics industry calls on EU institutions to uphold animal testing ban ‘as intended’

More than 400 beauty companies and brands have signed an open letter addressed to the European Commission, Parliament and Council calling for new animal testing to be stopped, in adherence to the existing EU animal testing ban on cosmetic products and...