Study links phthalates to elevated asthma risk in children
A study by scientists at the University of Columbia claims to link childhood asthma to phthalates that are found in personal care products and plastic packaging.
Archives for September 10, 2012
ABT makes international breakthrough with $20 million exclusivity contract
Norway-based Aqua Bio Technology has secured a contract giving cosmetic company Restorsea, global exclusivity of its lead ingredient Aquabeautine XL which will generate the company over $20 million in the next six years.
Honeywell ingredient certified for use in natural & organic cosmetics
Inspection body Ecocert has certified Honeywell’s hair and skin care ingredient Asensa NFF 11E for use in natural and organic cosmetics.
Technology focus for first time at Sustainable Cosmetics Summit
New technologies will be a key theme of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit this year, concentrating on controversy surrounding nanotechnology, biomimicry, novel extraction techniques and developments in stem cell technology.