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Vivace Microneedling Device Gets FDA's OK

As the trend for skin resurfacing continues to grow, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently approved the Vivace microneedling with radio frequency device.

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HEE Sets Training Standards for Cosmetic Procedures

Health Education England (HEE) has set new guidelines on the qualification requirements for the delivery of cosmetic procedures which includes new training standards.

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FDA Says No to Tanning for Minors

The FDA is proposing two tanning rules which would apply to manufacturers and tanning facility operators.

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Now Banned in US: Microbeads

The phase in of the law banning microbeads starts with prohibiting manufacturing microbeads starting July 1, 2017.

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Canada Considers Animal Testing Ban

Animal testing of cosmetics could soon be eliminated in Canada.

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NYC’s Microbead Bust

Spas in the city could be stocking only eco-friendly exfoliants as early as January 2016.

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Calif. Judge Says 'No' to Beauty Student Pay

A federal judge in California recently dismissed a lawsuit, which experts said would have caused a major overhaul of beauty and aesthetics training and the operation of student clinical salons in a number of states.

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FDA Approves New Plaque Psoriasis Treatment

Enstilar has been approved by the FDA for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis, which is one of the most common forms of the inflammatory disease psoriasis.

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Michigan Mulls Microbead Ban

Now that California has finally banned microbeads after a lengthy legislative process, could Michigan be next?

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Special Events Now Allowed for Texas Cosmetologists

In Texas, state-licensed barbers and cosmetologists can now offer their professional services at a location other than their facilities such as a special event including weddings.

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Now Banned in California: Microbeads

Plastic microbeads, commonly used in facial scrubs, are prohibited in California on and after Jan. 1, 2020.

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Good News for Lips and Med Spas

FDA approves Juvederm Ultra XC, a dermal filler that can reportedly last up to one year for lip augmentation.

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North Dakota Creates Master Cosmetologist License

Under the law, "Master Cosmetologist" means any person who has met the requirements of section 43-11-26 and has applied for and received a managing cosmetologist license.

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FDA Warns Against Injectable Skin Lighteners

FDA has issued a consumer notice to avoid injectable drugs for skin whitening or lightening.

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Ethical Labels Crossing Over into Cosmetics

We have all seen products that certify the natural or organic content of a product, but many manufacturers are now certifying their ethics.

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Watch that Microbead Facial Scrub

Scientists from Plymouth University have found a single use of a microbead-containing skin care product going down the drain is a cause for concern; in other news, California's microbead ban bill gets crushed.

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Will Cruelty-free Skin Care Become the New Norm?

Turkey is the latest country to join the group of regions that have banned animal testing for cosmetics/skin care; Russia is considering a ban as well.

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Court Blocks Attack Against Titanium Dioxide in Skin Care

A California Superior Court judge ruled the dangerous exposure claims filed by a public interest group lacked merit.