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Retinol and related vitamin A compounds have long been popular active ingredients in skincare. However, due to concerns about cumulative vitamin A exposure, the European Union has recently updated its Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 to impose specific concentration limits and mandatory consumer warnings. What is Retinol? Retinol is a derivative of vitamin A commonly used in cosmetic formulations. It...
What Happened? The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has published a draft opinion on Tea Tree Oil, assessing its safety in cosmetic products. Tea Tree Oil (TTO), also known by its INCI name Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, is widely used in cosmetics due to its antimicrobial, skin conditioning, and antioxidant properties. However, concerns have...
In the UK, health authorities like the NHS and Public Health England have long endorsed vaping as a significantly safer alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes. According to a 2014 analysis led by Professor David Nutt, e-cigarettes pose only a small fraction of the harm caused by combustible tobacco, making them a valuable tool for harm...
Recent research presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) has sparked conversation about vaping safety, but needs to be considered alongside established evidence about relative risks compared to smoking. Let’s break down what we know. The Study: Immediate Vascular Effects Researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences used MRI to examine...
The healthcare industry in the United Kingdom is navigating significant changes in the wake of Brexit. Among the many challenges posed by the UK’s departure from the European Union, the shift in medical device regulations has emerged as a critical focus area. Ensuring compliance with these regulations is not only essential for market access but...
