IARC Publication on Talc
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have published the outcomes of the assessment of carcinogenicity of talc which revises the classification of talc to “probably carcinogenic to humans (Group 2A) on the basis of a combination of limited evidence...
Canada prohibits use of basic green 4 in cosmetics, restricts three ingredients
Health Canada has prohibited the use of basic green 4 in cosmetics and limited the allowed amount of three other substances with its latest update to the country’s Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist. The hotlist includes substances that are restricted or prohibited from use...
Final SCCS Opinion on Aluminium (Submission IV)
On 4 April 2024, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) issued its final opinion on the safety aluminium in cosmetic products (submission IV). It can be accessed here. The SCCS concluded that aluminium compounds are safe when used; in non-sprayable product...