New Zealand’s EPA updates regulations on cosmetic products to ban PFAS

The country’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) said it will ban long-lasting substances perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl — known as PFAS or “forever chemicals” — by 2027.

Precautionary approach

According to some researchers, these virtually indestructible molecules can build up in the body over time and studies have linked them to cancer, infertility and environmental damage.

PFAS are not a common ingredient in cosmetic products, however they have been found in items such as nail polish, shaving cream, foundation, lipstick and mascara.

International research suggests PFAS are only found in a small number of products, but we take a precautionary approach

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Puig acquires major stake in Dr Barbara Sturm

Puig has acquired a majority stake in the premium German derma skin care brand Dr. Barbara Sturm.

The brand founder Dr. Barbara Sturm is set to retain a minority stake and will continue to lead on NPD as chief product development officer and brand ambassador.

In a press statement, Puig said that the acquisition “reinforces Puig’s competitive position in the premium skincare segment”.

The Body Shop: CEO steps down & Body Shop at Home closes

Following the completion of the brand’s sale to private equity firm Aurelius, The Body Shop’s

12 Best Beauty Products ‘TikTok Made Me Buy’ This Year

If you love your beauty, there’s no better place to find out about the latest hot product than TikTok.

Search the hashtag #skintok and you’ll unearth over 80 billion views (yes, really) featuring everything from the latest beauty buy people are going crazy for, unusual makeup techniques or a new way of using a long favoured product.

It’s made the beauty community a true democracy: No longer are tips on how to care for sensitive skin or draw a perfect eyeliner wing being gatekept by an elite few.

Don’t have time to scroll through the literally endless #skintok videos? We

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