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1. Definition
The field of cosmetics is a vast one, encompassing products intended for contact with the superficial parts of the body. At the crossroads between cosmetics and dermatology are dermo-cosmetic products. Through their actions on the skin, scalp and hair, they help preserve health and beauty by responding to skin pathologies. Dermo-cosmetic agents are considered to be cosmetic products, and are therefore subject to the same regulations. Some manufacturers, however, try to differentiate themselves by proving the activities claimed for their products using tests similar to those used in the pharmaceutical field. Indeed, as product efficacy has become one of the criteria for consumer choice, they are striving to demonstrate their activities through various clinical studies. As a result, dermo-cosmetics are winning over more and more consumers, even though they were originally developed as a marketing...
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Definition
Bibliography
Websites
CIR – Cosmetic Ingredient Review http://www.cir-safety.org/
Premium beauty news – Cosmetics information http://www.premiumbeautynews.com/fr
SKINOBS Cosmetic testing news – Information on cosmetic products and testing services...
Events
Beyond Beauty Events – International trade fairs for beauty and wellness suppliers and brands http://beyondbeautyevents.com
Beauty and Packaging Conference – Perfume and cosmetics packaging http://www.pcd-congress.com/fr
GDR Congress...
Regulations
Council Directive 76/768/EEC of July 27, 1976 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to cosmetic products (Cosmetics Directive)
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16/12/08 on classification, labeling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No...
Directory
Suppliers of cosmetic active ingredients (non-exhaustive list)
AAK http://aakpersonalcare.com
AJINOMOTO NORTH AMERICA Inc. http://www.ajiaminobeauty.com
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