Four Validation Pillars Frame US FDA’s New Approach Methodologies For Rx And OTC Drugs Context of use, human biological relevance, technical characterization and fitness for purpose are the key elements in validating novel methods to replace animal testing, the FDA said in a new draft…

As FDA continues to signal a more open stance on the use of NAMs, the conversation is shifting from whether alternatives to traditional animal testing are acceptable to how they can be credibly and consistently used in regulatory decision‑making.

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Skin Lightening The circulation on global markets of lightening cosmetics containing illegal and toxic ingredients is now a growing public health concern; products containing banned ingredients are readily available ...

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Formaldehyde-free hair-straightening products may still threaten health, concerning study finds Formaldehyde-free hair-straightening products have been marketed as a safer option, but they may pose a risk to kidney health, a case series suggests.

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Is it time to worry about benzene? The University of Cincinnati's Kelly Dobos was featured in a New York Times article discussing the latest knowledge on the effects of the carcinogen benzene in personal care products.

Is it time to worry about benzene?

The University of Cincinnati's Kelly Dobos was featured in a New York Times article discussing the latest knowledge on the effects of the carcinogen benzene in personal care products.
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