The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced a preliminary decision to prevent ecamsule and enzacamene — two sunscreen ingredients — from entering the U.S. market, unless companies using them can prove they’re safe and effective. Ecamsule was approved for use in the U.S. in 2006 at a specific concentration and only in limited… Read more »
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Simple Ways to Find the Right Recruiter in Your Niche
Often times, the best cosmetic jobs are very hard to find. Many companies use recruiters to fill their open positions, rather than taking the traditional route of posting them on job boards and the company website. Consequently, you probably won’t even hear about the opportunity if you don’t have a connection at the company and… Read more »
Looking for a Cosmetic Science Lab Job? Here’s How to Get it and How Much You Should be Making
If you’ve always wanted to work in the cosmetic science field, it’s time to make your career goals a reality. Sure, it’s challenging to find jobs with major companies like P&G and L’Oreal, but if you approach it the right way, you can land the position you’ve always wanted. It takes a whole lot more… Read more »
Consumer Safety Series: Cosmetics vs. Drugs, or Both?
There is often bit of a grey area between cosmetics and drugs, which can make marketing your products a bit of a challenge. Instead of assuming the item falls into one category or another, you must thoroughly investigate until you’re certain — or risk breaking the law. Cosmetic Items vs. Drugs vs. Both Under the… Read more »
5 Ways to Make It in the Beauty Industry
Have you always dreamed of having a career in cosmetics? This glamorous industry is extremely competitive, so you’ll need to make yourself stand out if you want to get ahead. Learn how to build a rewarding career in this highly coveted field. 5 Ways to Find Career Success in Cosmetics Use these five tips to… Read more »
Latest Research Indicates Brand Loyalty in Cosmetics Is on the Decline
Does your cosmetics company rely heavily on brand loyalty? If so, it may be time to change your approach. Research from a new study reveals that U.S. cosmetic consumers have no qualms about purchasing from a wide variety of brands, and typicallydisplay little-to-no brand loyalty. The most frequent cosmetics consumers have more erratic shopping patterns… Read more »
How to Give Employees Constructive Feedback
As managers, we intuitively know that giving and getting honest feedback is essential to grow and develop, and to build successful organizations. So why is it that many of us put off giving feedback to our employees? Maybe it’s because there are so many ways to mess it up. Here are some common feedback mistakes:… Read more »
Looking to Get Into Cosmetic Packaging? Here’s How
Considering a career in cosmetic packaging? This fun and creative career path allows you to lead the design and creation of products for leading cosmetic brands. The package you create can hugely impact the success of the product, making you a valued member of the team. As a cosmetic package designer, you’ll be responsible for… Read more »
How to Get Through Those Dreaded Year-End Reviews
From the outside, many people assume every aspect of working in the cosmetics industry is glamorous, but even an exciting industry must deal with year-end reviews. It’s time to finish writing them — or finally get started — and schedule time to meet with each member of your cosmetics team individually. The beauty industry is… Read more »
Consumer Safety Series: How to Distinguish Between Cosmetics and Medical Devices
There is often a fine line between cosmetic items and medical devices, but these products are subject to different regulations, so it’s important to know the difference. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sends warning letters to manufacturers that don’t comply with regulations, so make sure you’re in-the-know about your product line to avoid… Read more »