Regulatory & Safety

Cosmetics

Current Actions in EPR Cosmetic Packaging Policymaking

California and Colorado now take center stage—here’s what’s likely going forward.

Dan Felton, Executive director of AMERIPEN 10.03.22

Ameripen’s Dan Felton Voices Concerns About California Senate Bill 54

‘It is not an ideal model, as it has been touted, for packaging producer responsibility in California or anywhere else,’ Felton argues.

07.06.22

Cosmetics

HBO Max's 'Not So Pretty' Debuts Today

The 4-part series brings awareness to the potential hidden dangers lurking in makeup and beauty products.

04.14.22

Sustainable Pkg/Practices

Striving for Next-Level ‘Clean & Green’ Beauty

Beauty brands and retailers aim to clear up confusion over ‘clean' and 'green,’ as suppliers offer cleaner product formulations and more sustainable packaging

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 08.23.21

Cosmetics | Sustainable Pkg/Practices

New Data Validates Concerns, Fueling the 'Clean' Beauty Movement

Studies demonstrate a growing need for cosmetic ingredient regulation, especially for PFAS.

Online Exclusives Marie Redding, Senior Editor 08.17.21

Sustainable Pkg/Practices

Estée Lauder Companies Reaches Milestone Climate Goal, Net Zero

Reaching its milestone climate goal, net zero, the Estée Lauder Companies has now set new science-based targets.

Beauty Packaging Staff 11.09.20

Cosmetics

Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act Signed into Law in California

The nation’s first state-level ban of 24 beauty and personal care ingredients.

Beauty Packaging Staff 10.01.20

Estée Lauder & Unilever Are Among Keynote Speakers at Upcoming Summit

The virtual event will focus on strategies for improving transparency, efficiency, and compliance across a product's lifecycle.

Beauty Packaging Staff 07.30.20

Legal Uncertainty Surrounding the Term ‘Natural’

How manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and retailers can minimize their litigation risks

Arameh O’Boyle, Member, Mintz, and Crystal Lopez, Associate, Mintz 07.03.20

Cosmetics | Skin Care/Sun Care

California Assembly Approves Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act

The personal care bill now heads to Senate.

Beauty Packaging Staff 06.12.20

Eco-friendly | Fragrances | Sustainable Pkg/Practices

Coty's CK Everyone Earns Cradle to Cradle Material Health Certificate

The certification sets the global standard for products that are safe, circular and made responsibly.

Beauty Packaging Staff 04.20.20

Updates on the Hand Sanitizer Shortage & FDA's New Guidance for Manufacturers

As the U.S. faces a hand sanitizer shortage, bloggers such as Lab Muffin help spread the word about the most effective alcohol-based formulas for COVID-19.

Beauty Packaging Staff 03.27.20

Cosmetics

Beautycounter Founder & CEO Testifies in House Cosmetic Reform Hearing

Renfrew supports more regulation in the beauty industry.

Beauty Packaging Staff 12.04.19

Skin Care/Sun Care

Bulldog Skincare Becomes First-Ever Leaping Bunny Approved Brand To Sell In China

The cruelty-free brand is set to become the first international skincare brand to maintain its Leaping Bunny approved status, while on sale in mainland China.

Beauty Packaging Staff 11.22.19

Cosmetics | Health and Beauty | Printing/Decorating | Skin Care/Sun Care

The Natural Cosmetics Act Aims to Define 'Natural'

Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-18) introduced the landmark Natural Cosmetics Act in Washington yesterday -- and it aims to set the standard for 'natural.'

Beauty Packaging Staff 11.06.19