Following Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing about FDA’s human food and tobacco programs on 10 September, gap between what the trade groups, committee leadership and the FDA each want more of doesn’t appear to be shrinking.
The gut’s microbiome will shape future medical advances, offering personalized therapies and prevention strategies for a wide range of diseases.
A look at new research on the cardiovascular effects of ADHD medications and what it means for clinical care. This article explores the latest clinical and epidemiological research on the cardiovascular effects of medications commonly prescribed for ADHD, examining potential heart-related risks, underlying mechanisms, and their implications for patient safety, clinical decision-making, and long-term treatment strategies across diverse age groups and risk profiles.
At one year, TikTok Shop conjures the early days of Amazon, representing the ‘Wild West’ of beauty ecommerce, said co-founders of private label and contract manufacturing company KO-Pack at the IBA Cosmetics Convergence Fall 2024 Virtual Symposium, “The Promise and Pitfalls of TikTok Shop.”
Global beauty giant is working to adapt its approach to the prestige market to meet escalating competition, increased points of sale, and more knowledgeable consumers with new shopping habits, CFO Tracey Travis said at the Barclays Global Consumer Staples Conference.
Wire Holdings, Inc. founder and CEO Kimberly Carney says her Glosswire platform for connecting online shoppers with beauty products is growing its consumer and vendor base, with expectations to host 500 brands on its site by year-end. Carney spoke about the unique positioning of the platform, which showcases but does not directly sell featured products, in a 21 August interview.
Angelina Jolie For TOM FORD; Haus Labs by Lady Gaga; Gillette Targets Gamers; Cosmetic News In Brief
Estee Lauder Companies’ TOM FORD signs Academy Award-winning actress Angelina Jolie as the face of its Runway Lip Color Campaign launching 3 September. Dolly Parton introduces her first beauty range, Dolly Beauty, through Scent Beauty. More cosmetics and personal-care news in brief.
Semi-annual regulatory agenda of non-binding target dates also sets December goal for an NPRM to recognize N-acetyl-L-cysteine as a lawful dietary ingredient. Like IND exemptions rule, item on NAC included for first time in FDA’s list.
This HBW Insight series profiles regulatory affairs specialists working in or supporting the consumer health and beauty product industries. In this installment, we speak to Kenvue's Kevin Whelan.
CEO Sue Nabi says Coty has created a “multi-functional, stand-alone organization” within its Consumer Beauty business to drive rapid-fire innovation. In a 20 August presentation, Nabi said the firm’s innovation pipeline undergirds its fiscal 2025 outlook of 6%-8% growth.
Viome Life Sciences launches VRx MyBiotics Toothpaste & Gel to complete its Oral Health Solution system; Liquid Core Gum’s Edge Performance made with its Liquid Core and Flavor Wave properties and distributed in packaging developed using sustainable cardboard tubes; and NOW Health Group launches Omega-3 Gummy Chews and E-Sport Reaction supplements.
The beauty giant expects organic sales growth for fiscal 2025 to range between -1% and 2%, falling well short of analyst consensus of 7.2%, reflecting the firm’s overexposure in China and Asia travel retail. A new CEO is incoming with Fabrizio Freda set to step down in June 2025.
Mentholatum says two line extensions made with 2% salicylic acid and its "Oxy for Every Kind of Ne" campaign reinforce the brand’s “commitment to tackling every type of acne—from face-ne and chin-ne to body-ne.”
Supergut brand owner Uplifting Results Labs makes Gut Healthy GLP-1 Booster prebiotic fiber mix along with its snack bars and meal-replacement shakes available through GNC. IHerb launches supplements addressing side GLP-1 effects including nausea and pain, loss of muscle mass and changing blood sugar levels.
With monographs@FDA portal down, agency moves to NextGen and extends comment period through 27 September for first OTC monograph change it proposed using its overhauled program other than 32 monographs finalizations required in 2020 legislation authorizing overhaul.
OTC sales edged up at Italy's Recordati in the first half of 2024 as higher demand for GI products and supplements offset a weaker cold & flu season.
Marking a first for the iconic brand, Eucerin Face is rolling out in Target doors now, Beiersdorf leaders noted in a 7 August half-year earnings presentation. The firm’s Consumer business segment recorded nominal sales growth of 5.4% to €4.3bn in the first half of 2024, led by Nivea.