Following to guidance from PETA-funded scientists, Chinese officials are now in the final stages of approving the country's first non-animal testing method for cosmetics ingredients. According to PETA, the 3T3 Neutral Red Uptake Phototoxicity Assay, which tests chemicals for their potential toxicity when they come into contact with sunlight is expected to be accepted in China by late summer.

Scientists are reporting a possible link between the use of sunscreen containing a certain ingredient that mimics the effects of the female sex hormone estrogen and an increased risk of being diagnosed with endometriosis, a painful condition in which uterine tissue grows outside the uterus.

The BfR concludes that high concentrations of methyl methacrylate in products used for nail modelling may be harmful to health during their application onto the nail. The Federal Office for Risk Assessment (BfR) has assessed such products pertaining to their health effects. It concludes that high concentrations of methyl methacrylate in products used for nail modelling may be harmful to health during their application onto the nail.

Botaneco Corp. a health science company focused on natural proprietary ingredients in the cosmetic and food industries, has announced the commercial launch of two new revolutionary product offerings to the personal care industry. Both products are derived from its proprietary Hydresia® and Vegelatum® technologies, and can be used to replace some of the less desirable chemical ingredients used in cosmetics.