So you are looking ahead to 2017 and thinking about where you want to be in your work life. What kind of changes do you want to see? What kind of job expansion (or reduction) would make you happiest? How can you maximize your earning potential? All of these are great questions to consider as… Read more »
In many professions, it’s pretty much impossible to move up the ladder without an advanced degree. If your education ends with a bachelor’s degree, your job prospects will be forever limited. However, this isn’t the case with the cosmetic chemist career path. Of course, heading back to school will never hinder your chances of success,… Read more »
To help close the pay gap between men and women, Massachusetts has enacted the first state law barring employers from asking about an applicant’s past wages before offering a job. Instead, employers are now required to state a compensation figure upfront which forces decision makers to hire based solely on what an applicant’s worth is… Read more »
Everyone has days where they don’t operate at full capacity — even top cosmetics industry professionals — but if this has become a habit, it’s time to make a change. There’s no room for laziness in this highly competitive field, so today is the day to kick this pattern once and for all. You might… Read more »
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 »
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 »
It is often mistakenly assumed that all personal care products are regulated as cosmetics, but this isn’t the case. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classification of a personal care product largely depends on its composition and intended use. Item categorization includes: Cosmetics. Products categorized as cosmetics include moisturizer, perfume, lipstick, nail polish, makeup,… Read more »
Organic cosmetics are extremely popular right now, as consumers place a huge importance on using products that are both safe and eco-friendly. However, new research suggests these seemingly natural products aren’t living up to the hype. Market research firm Organic Monitor analyzed more than 50 cosmetic brands, ranking them by their degree of “naturalness.” The… Read more »
Microbeads are officially banned in the U.S. In late December, President Obama signed a bill prohibiting the sale and distribution of products containing those small plastic beads. The new law requires companies to stop using these beads by July 1, 2017. Microbeads are often found in body washes, soaps and toothpastes, as these tiny scrubbers… Read more »
The new year has officially begun, meaning there’s a whole new set of beauty trends to follow. Things change at rapid pace in this industry, so it’s important to always pay close attention to consumer needs, to ensure you’re creating the products people want right now. If you don’t listen to them, you can be… Read more »