Posted by: admin | January 2, 2015

Steer Clear of Cold Meds for Babies, FDA Advises

Steer Clear of Cold Meds for Babies, FDA Advises
For older children, some OTC medicines can help relieve the symptoms — but won't change the natural course of the cold or make it go away faster," Dr. Amy Taylor, a medical officer in FDA's Division of Pediatric and Maternal Health, said in the news …
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FDA Planning Six New Drug, Device Regulations for 2015
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a list of regulations it plans to release in 2015, including six new rules set to affect pharmaceutical and medical device development. … (Link); Establish an OTC monograph for expectorants used …
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Posted by: admin | December 31, 2014

Latest Natural Cosmetics News

Hollie Gazzard's family want education to stop violent relationships
The family of murdered hairdresser Hollie Gazzard want to take their campaign to tackle 'lad culture' in sports teams nationally in 2015. Through the Hollie Gazzard Trust, the family hope to make healthy relationships education compulsory in schools …
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Sales of natural cosmetics boosted by consumer awareness and innovation
Sales of natural and organic cosmetic products continue to outpace the overall beauty market. Product innovation, consumer awareness, favourable regulations and increasing purchasing power in emerging countries are the main drivers to growth.
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Posted by: admin | December 30, 2014

Latest USDA Manufacture News

Innovation drives mattress industry supplier NCFI Polyurethanes
Mattress-industry supplier NCFI Polyurethanes was among the first in the business to manufacture flexible and rigid polyurethane foams 50 years ago. The Mount Airy, North Carolina-based company was founded in 1964 as North Carolina Foam Industries …
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What's the scoop on what's in your food?
Currently, labeling laws do not dictate how companies manufacture products or what GMO or GE components manufacturers can or cannot put into products. Labeling laws do not require changes in food manufacturing practices. Studies show labeling laws …
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Warwick Shop Owner Serving Probation for Food Stamp Fraud
In September 2013, United States Attorney Peter F. Neronha, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Office of Inspector General, the USDA Food and Nutrition Service – Retailer Investigations Branch, Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation …
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Posted by: admin | December 27, 2014

Demi Lovato's Pretty Lashes & Radiant Skin In London

Demi Lovato's Pretty Lashes & Radiant Skin In London
As a brand ambassador for N.Y.C Cosmetics, Demi loves their mascara's, and the flake-proof smudge-free formula will make you fall in love with them too! … Use it alone or add it to your foundation or tinted moisturize for instant natural looking glow.
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Achieving chemical-free natural cosmetics with the power of enzymes
(Nanowerk News) A EUR 7 million EU-funded project has been launched with the intention of replacing chemical cosmetic production techniques with eco-friendly alternatives. By doing so, the OPTIBIOCAT project hopes to provide the natural cosmetics …
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Bobbi Brown's BB PRO Makeup Artist Rogelio Reyna Shares 'Secret to the
"There's a misconception about Bobbi's love of 'a natural look.' That doesn't mean no makeup, that means makeup that is right for the client. So, for one client that can mean nude eye shadow and cool blush. For another, bright eye shadow or a bright lip.
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Posted by: admin | December 26, 2014

Latest FDA OTC Registered News

FDA Staff Gets Support for New Antiseptic Standards, but…
Meeting September 3, the FDA's Nonprescription Drugs Advisory Committee voted unanimously (12 to 0) to recommend that the staff members go ahead and propose new safety standards for 11 common over-the-counter healthcare antiseptic ingredients.
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Two Generic Versions of ADHD Drug Not as Effective: FDA – WebMD
The generic versions were approved by the FDA on the basis that they released the drug in the body over a period of 10 to 12 hours, to achieve the same effect as a three-times-per-day dose of immediate-release methylphenidate hydrochloride. But in some …
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Posted by: admin | December 25, 2014

Latest Organic Cosmetics News

Green labelling to be on the agenda at Organic Monitor Masterclass
Organic Monitor aims to encourage green labels and certification schemes in North America with its next Masterclass, giving an update on green standards, market developments, and addressing the technical issues associated with developing natural and …
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Chemical Concerns Drive Natural, Organic Cosmetic Sales
Ninety percent of buyers of natural and organic personal care products in the UK are going out of their way to avoid products that contain synthetic chemicals, according to a Consumer Insights report by Organic Monitor. When asked to name specific …
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New design, lifestyle store DeKor & Co. debuts in Ojai
Given Marlowe's background, the boutique also stocks a well-edited assortment of beauty products from natural-oriented, independent brands and boasts the sole California outlet for Swedish cosmetics and skin care company FACE Stockholm. Makeup …
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Posted by: admin | December 23, 2014

Latest USDA Manufacture News

Don't Be Afraid of Pumpkin Spice
We have a love-hate relationship with mass-produced food. It is convenient, consistent, and inhospitable to the bacteria and mold that for most of human existence limited how long we could store and eat certain foods. But every few months, a revelation …
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7 elaborate urban farms
With the "moderate cost" of food for the average 19 to 50-year-old man in the U.S. at $ 295.90 per-month, according to the USDA, why wouldn't you want to feed yourself from the land where you're already paying to live? Plus, filling an urban space full …
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Say 'no' to GMO labeling: Column
Today, millions of Americans will vote on everything from governors to drain commissioners. As they do, they'll think they're advancing their own interests and principles — and not the schemes and agendas of others. This is especially true in states …
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Startup banks on crowd funding to launch line of organic scents
“I wanted to create an USDA certified organic line of skin, hair and body products and the corporate world of cosmetics is very slow, very traditional and risk averse,” she said. “I discussed the idea with colleagues, and they all said it would be too …
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Brand Accelerator Showcases Four Food & Beverage Start-ups
Cocomels are luscious smooth caramels, which are vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO and USDA certified organic. (www.cocomels.com, @JJsCocomels); Rochester, NY based Evoke Healthy Foods (formerly Muesli Fusion) makes nutritional muesli products that …
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Caliber Home Loans Announces Acquisition Of Cobalt Mortgage
The company is an approved Seller/Servicer for both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, an approved issuer for Ginnie Mae and is an approved servicer for FHA, VA and the USDA. The company carries multiple servicer ratings from Standard & Poor's, Moody's, …
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Posted by: admin | December 21, 2014

Latest FDA OTC Registered News

FDA holds hearing on OTC drug review process; accepting comments until May 12
According to FDA's Federal Register Notice, FDA seeks comments on the strengths and weaknesses of the existing OTC review process, modernization concepts, and modification of or alternatives to the existing OTC review process. FDA apparently believes …
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FDA panel shoots down OTC Singulair
Merck's bid to resurrect Singulair faced a setback today, as an FDA advisory panel voted 11-4 against making the drug available over-the-counter. The drugmaker had submitted Singulair as an OTC remedy for hay fever and upper respiratory allergy …
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FDA Clears OTC Flonase Nasal Spray for Allergy Relief
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved over-the-counter (OTC) fluticasone propionate 50 mcg nasal spray (Flonase Allergy Relief, GlaxoSmithKline) for treatment of hay fever or upper respiratory allergies, the company announced …
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Posted by: admin | December 19, 2014

46.3 Million to Hit the Road on Thanksgiving Weekend

46.3 Million to Hit the Road on Thanksgiving Weekend
Denver, Providence, Boston, Seattle and Rhode Island registered the smallest changes in traffic. Google also advises drivers not to drive back home on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, because according to its data the traffic is 40 percent higher on …
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The Copley Consulting Group Selected as ERP Implementation Partner for
The company is certified by many organizations to produce products under regulatory guidelines including: FDA Registered OTC Drug Establishment, FDA Registered as a Manufacturer of Exempt Medical Devices, and Natural Products Association (NPA) …
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Russian market participants to be able to report OTC transactions with
National Settlement Depository (NSD), Russia's central securities depository, a systemically important repository in the Russian market, and CME European Trade Repository Limited (ETR), the ESMA registered and regulated UK-based trade repository that …
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