
Omya closes acquisition of Formulae Development
Omya has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Formulae Development. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Boom then Bust? Cannabis companies struggle to maintain cash flow through the crisis
The COVID-19 pandemic could shape up to be an ‘extinction-level event’ for the burgeoning cannabis industry, according to a report published by Bloomberg.

Colgate debuts vegan, preservative-free oral care range: Colgate Zero
Following on from its recent acquisition of oral care lifestyle brand Hello, Colgate-Palmolive has launched a new range aimed at the health-conscious family market.

AmorePacific opens Green Tea research center
AmorePacific has announced the opening of a Green Tea Probiotics Research Center to deepen the study of lactobacillus recently discovered in its Jeju organic green tea garden.

Avon enters CBD skincare market with new Green Goddess facial oil
Avon has entered the CBD market with the launch of its new CBD-infused facial oil, Green Goddess.

Could personal care use in pregnancy affect children’s weight?
A small study into the impact of the use of cosmetics and toiletries containing parabens in pregnancy on the weight of the child has concluded that the controversial chemicals could be responsible for weight gain and obesity in later life, according to a report published by Reuters.

FDA budget to be upped to allow for CBD regulation?
The US Food and Drugs Administration could be in line for a US$5 million increase in its budget next fiscal year, according to a report published by Hemp Industry Daily. President Trump is said to have requested the rise to allow the federal agency to adequately regulate the booming CBD market.

Australian bushfire aftermath: Honey shortage threatens
Hive + Wellness Australia has petitioned the government for urgent support after a survey of the areas affected by the recent bush fires revealed that bee colonies have taken quite the hit, according to a report published by Food Processing.

Revlon first mass brand to gain EWG Clean certification
Revlon has announced the launch of what it is claiming to be the first mass cosmetic product that meets the Environmental Working Group’s clean beauty standards.

US dermatologist debuts acid peel for armpits under Surface Deep brand
Dermatologist Alicia Zalka has announced the launch of the inaugural product under her Surface Deep brand – a ‘clean’ deodorant.
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