The microbiome research has been expanded over the last decade with extensive research published in many fields – including dermatology, oncology, neurology – where some light has being shed on how the microbiome could be beneficial for our health rather …
The facts you need to know: new FDA proposed Sunscreen Regulation
Sunscreen Innovation Act
The Sunscreen Innovation Act sponsored by Jack Reed was introduced to the Senate Committee Health, Education, Labor and Pensions on March 13, 2014. It amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish a process for …
Sunscreen Monograph Proposed New Rules and its Impact on Formulations-Part II
In my recent blog published in August, changes to the current sunscreen tentative monograph were proposed. These changes are probably the most drastic changes to the sunscreen monograph since its inception. In this section, I would like to tackle two …
Natural and Clean Cosmetics – The Science Behind the Ingredients
In recent years we have seen in the cosmetic market an increase of simplified products with fewer ingredients.
The marketing message of these products is often linked to the ingredients sourcing, functionality, and safety (including the absence of the so …
Black Hair Influencing Mainstream
The USA is predicted to have close to 50% of its population comprising people with skin of color by 2050 (Ref 1). Among this population black consumers are looking for new and innovative products for their hair care.
Black consumers
When Industry and Academia Colloid – or rather, Collide
Grab a jar of face cream off your dresser, and compare it with the milk in your fridge. Chances are you would notice the relative turbidity, or cloudiness, of both of these substances. Both the face cream and milk are
Brexit – Local Market and Globalization
On March 29, Theresa May, Britain prime minister, informed the European Union that the UK would trigger Article 50, i.e. the beginning of the negotiation with the European Union to withdraw UK from the Union (the so called Brexit). Article …
Alban Muller awarded at “the Future of Sustainability” event!
Alban Muller has taken key initiatives for contributing towards building the sustainable and circular economy. These contributions played a major role in achieving the “Most Sustainable Company” award at the Future of Sustainability event organized by New York Society of …
Colloids and Surface Science in Medicine & Personal Care Products – A BIG Success!
The NYSCC sponsored the Session: “Colloids and Surface Science in Medicine & Personal Care Products” at the American Chemical Society – Colloid & Surface Science Symposium held at The City College of New York July 9th – July 12th. The …
NYSCC featured on Worldwide Business with Kathy Ireland®
See the NYSCC on Worldwide Business with Kathy Ireland®
Learn all about the NYSCC Suppliers’ Day event and what the NYSCC is all about!
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