Regulatory & Safety

Package Development | Sustainable Pkg/Practices

Michelle Pfeiffer Launches EWG Verified, Cradle-to-Cradle Fragrance

With a focus on sustainability and safety in both quality ingredients and packaging, Henry Rose, a direct-to-consumer line of fine fragrances founded by Michelle Pfeiffer, has launched with five distinct, genderless scents. Setting a new transparen…

05.29.19

Droppers | Skin Care/Sun Care

Virospack Develops Safety Dropper

It features a specially designed safety lock closing system.

05.13.19

New Bill Introduced To Strengthen FDA's Oversight of Cosmetics

Beauty brands endorse the Personal Care Products Safety Act.

03.14.19

Cosmetics

Discussing Talc: FDA Urges Cosmetic Companies To Do More

The FDA released a statement that says all cosmetic firms should take part in the Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program to protect consumers.

03.13.19

Personal Care Products Council Marks 125 Years

The 2019 Annual Meeting of marked a milestone anniversary for the organization -- and the 2019 members of the Board of Directors were announced.

02.27.19

Eco-friendly | Eco-friendly | Paper | Paper/Board

BillerudKorsnäs Scores an ‘A’ for Protecting Forests

The rating is for advances in combatting deforestation and climate change.

01.24.19

Cosmetics | Personal Care

Beautycounter Opens First Retail Store—in NYC

Aims to educate consumers and advocate for ‘better beauty’

11.26.18

Cosmetics

California Bans the Sale of Animal-Tested Cosmetics

It's official -- selling cosmetic products that have been tested on animals is illegal in the state of California.

10.01.18

Droppers | Skin Care/Sun Care

Virospack Announces ISO 14001 Certification

The dropper company will enhance its environmental performance.

09.04.18

Cosmetics

Bliss Partners with PETA’s ‘Beauty Without Bunnies’ Program

Bliss says animal lovers can now rejoice. The leading spa and beauty brand has announced its partnership with PETA and acceptance into the organization’s Beauty Without Bunnies program. Earlier this year, Bliss underwent a total brand relaun…

09.01.18

Bliss Partners with PETA's 'Beauty Without Bunnies' Program

Certification shows Bliss formulas are 100% cruelty-free and free of other harmful ingredients.

07.25.18

ICMAD Hosts 37th Annual FDA Cosmetics Regulations Workshop

Record number of attendees gather to hear FDA industry experts and others

05.22.18

FDA Cosmetic Regulations Should Support Businesses of All Sizes

ICMAD will work to help ensure they provide cosmetic companies with the guidance and clarity needed for future innovation.

Pam Busiek, President and CEO, Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors 02.26.18

Eco-friendly | Plastics

The Industry Must Tackle Packaging Waste, Says Unilever’s Polman

Announcement follows EU plan for total plastics recyclability.

01.23.18

ICMAD Expands Dallas Office

Closes Deer Park, IL location

12.28.17

Beautycounter Founder Named to Top Entrepreneurs List

Goldman Sachs named Beautycounter founder & CEO, Gregg Renfrew, as one of the “100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs of 2017” at its Builders + Innovators Summit in Santa Barbara, CA. Renfrew founded Beautycounter in 2011 with a missio…

12.04.17