Experts question validity of study that found 'little or no' heart health benefits from fish oil supplements
A new study published by the influential Cochrane Library concludes that there is little or no effect of omega 3 supplements on the risk of experiencing heart disease, stroke or…
Natura&Co and The Body Shop signal sustainability commitment at UN summit
Natura &Co, the Brazil-based global purpose-driven beauty group, and its ethical beauty brand The Body Shop, are signalling their commitment to sustainability with a very visible presence at the United…
Sweden’s Skincity acquires leading UK cosmeceutical skincare retailer Effortless Skin
Skincity, one of the leading online companies within skincare and professional advice in Scandinavia has acquired the majority of shares in Effortless Skin, one of the UK’s leading online cosmeceutical…
Chinese authorities deny agreeing animal test-free cosmetics pilot
Chinese authorities have denied reaching any agreement that would alter the country’s strict laws on mandatory animal testing on imported cosmetics products.
Four new appointments for Body Shop top team
The Body Shop, acquired from L’Oreal last summer by leading ethical Brazilian beauty brand Natura, has announced four appointments to its leadership team.
Denmark’s organic action plan nominated for UN award
Denmark’s political action plan for organic food and farming has been nominated for the UN Future Policy Award.
Tisserand and National Geographic partner to launch natural wellbeing range
Award-winning, aromatherapy specialist, Tisserand Aromatherapy and world leader in the promotion of environmental conservation, National Geographic, have announced a co-branding collaboration to produce a range of natural wellbeing products.
ESSNA calls on regulators to distinguish between sports drinks and energy drinks
The European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) is calling on regulators to make a clear distinction between sports drinks and energy drinks to end “the common misconception” that the two…
Medical journal and insurance company go in search of the holy grail
Could the unlikely pairing of a top medical journal and an international insurance company find out what so few can agree on: what we should all eat? Rob Verkerk PhD, executive…
62% increase in plant-based product claims globally, says Innova Market Insights
Plant-based products claims have increased by 62% globally (CAGR, 2013-2017), according to new data from Netherlands-headquarteredInnova Market Insights.