The following downloads from the COSSMA website were most popular in this month:

Product information: ECHINACELL™

EU Cosmetics Regulation: Literature References, Internet Link list, Background article >>

Background: Original Text OPINION on Fragrance allergens in cosmetic products >>

Formulation: Natural Moisturizing Face Care for Sensitive Skin (O/W) >>

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Download-Tip for June

Some scientists have suggested that chemicals, including those used in cosmetics, may be disrupting human endocrine systems such as hormones secreted by the ovaries, testes, and thyroid. Human exposure to these substances may produce male infertility,cancers and other adverse reproductive effects. Dr. Gerhard Nohynek, ex-L’Oréal, however, questions the endocrine disrupting activities of chemicals in cosmetics.

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