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Kelly A. Dobos
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Cosmetic chemist. Explaining the science of products you use every day! MS Pharm Sci, over 20 yrs in industry. Current professor of cosmetic science.
In a move that could reshape the luxury beauty landscape, Kering has struck a landmark deal to sell its beauty business to L’Oréal

#BeautyIndustryNews #BusinessofBeauty
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October 20, 2025 at 2:46 PM
China Beauty Brand Shifts Expansion Plan as US Tensions Rise

#BeautyIndustryNews #BusinessofBeauty #USTariffs
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October 14, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Coty may be looking to sell their color cosmetics business.

Coty’s Strategic Review of CoverGirl, Rimmel, and Max Factor: Analysts, Industry Insiders Weigh in on Potential Buyers, Challenges Ahead

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October 1, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Saw this advertisement in Vogue for a product that is an oil. In fact, their whole product line looks like butters and oils. 😐 Maybe they should have had their scientists review this copy…
September 3, 2025 at 11:36 AM
🚨 US FDA Warning Letter issued to UK based firm, Confer With 🚨

The FDA's warning letter to refers to the company's Vivant True Tone Serum, citing violations that classify the product as an unapproved drug.

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August 25, 2025 at 7:58 PM
‘‘Made In USA’ Claims In Beauty Grabbing Attention Of FTC, Class Action Plaintiffs

#BeautyIndustryNews #BusinessofBeauty
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August 17, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Ulta Beauty & Target to Conclude Partnership in 2026

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August 15, 2025 at 2:46 PM
📣 Registration is now open for the California SCC Suppliers’ Day 2025! 📣

This is a great event for cosmetic scientists looking to stay ahead of industry trends, and discover innovative ingredients.

Learn more at caliscc.org!
July 25, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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July 15, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Here's an article on climate adaptive beauty, but I also wanted to share a link to the OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety App mentioned in the article. Its interactive, hourly forecast of heat index values, risk levels, and recommendations for planning outdoor work.

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July 15, 2025 at 9:34 PM
This is positive news! But we still have a long way to go...

Pact Sees Beauty Shoppers Recycle Nearly 2.6X More Last Year

#BeautyIndustryNews #Sustainability #Recycling #BusinessofBeauty
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June 14, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Is Homemade Shampoo a Recession Indicator? That's an interesting question, there's always a great deal of interest in DIY cosmetics but talks of recession could be increasing interest.

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June 8, 2025 at 7:58 PM
🦠Ahh the good old days…
An advertisement for preservatives from the early 90s a cosmetic industry trade publication.

Just an FYI, I was still in highschool. 🤣 But I still remember Nipaguard from my early days in the industry.

#cosmeticchemist #cosmetichistory #cosmeticscience #preservatives
April 27, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Monitoring consumer feedback citing change in odor & in rare cases, temporary irritation, they initiated the recall after determining that various batches at their manufacturer were contaminated w/P. Gergoviae.

#beautyindustrynews #cosmeticsscience #cosmeticsafety #cosmeticchemist
January 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Any private or publicly owned for-profit co may submit a nomination for a team of scientists, biochemists, or chemical engineers who played a vital role in R&D of a commercial product that has had a dramatic impact on the welfare & progress of humanity.
#cosmeticscience #cosmeticchemist #chemsky
January 11, 2025 at 8:05 PM
This presents a unique challenge for the beauty industry in order to figure out how we can deliver these benefits at a reasonable cost.

Two-Thirds Of UK Consumers Turned Off By Eco Price Premium
December 3, 2024 at 3:46 PM