In this episode of the updated Over The Counter podcast, HBW Insight speaks to sustainable packaging expert Tony Perrotta about the complexities of replacing plastic pill packs in medicines packaging. Perrotta is a partner at PA Consulting, which set up the Blister Pack Collective alongside consumer health players Haleon, Bayer and Sanofi. They are working with PulPac, which has invented a dry molded fiber alternative to plastic, which the Collective hopes to commercialize within 12-24 months. We discuss whether regulators will accept such alternatives, given the safety and stability requirements for medicines, and the challenges of recycling, given the multitude of different frameworks and processes across the world. Perrotta also reveals that one of the partners in PA Consulting’s Bottle Collective, which hopes to replace plastic bottles in the food, personal care and consumer health industries, will soon launch its first market trial.

Without additional funding, FDA’s ORA faces challenges in retaining and hiring staff, which will impact inspections, says office chief Michael Rogers. 

Cataloging materials by category across US states or even internationally, chasing down information from supply partners, and other aspects of extended producer responsibility (EPR) program compliance can be a lot easier in collaboration with a software solutions vendor or other third party, says Michael Washburn, principal at Washburn Consulting.

In this episode of the updated Over The Counter podcast, HBW Insight speaks to sustainable packaging expert Tony Perrotta about the complexities of replacing plastic pill packs in medicines packaging. Perrotta is a partner at PA Consulting, which set up the Blister Pack Collective alongside consumer health players Haleon, Bayer and Sanofi. They are working with PulPac, which has invented a dry molded fiber alternative to plastic, which the Collective hopes to commercialize within 12-24 months. We discuss whether regulators will accept such alternatives, given the safety and stability requirements for medicines, and the challenges of recycling, given the multitude of different frameworks and processes across the world. Perrotta also reveals that one of the partners in PA Consulting’s Bottle Collective, which hopes to replace plastic bottles in the food, personal care and consumer health industries, will soon launch its first market trial.

Litigation the court agreed to accept for its term beginning in October doesn’t allege CBD in a tincture purchased in 2012 contained an unlawful level of delta-9 THC but contained any THC at all. Also, FDA Commissioner Califf encourages Congress to authorize regulatory pathway for lawful use of CBD and other hemp ingredients in supplements and food.

Exclusion from procurement processes, confiscation of revenues, and a fine of at least 4% of annual turnover are some of the penalties the European Parliament is considering for greenwashing as part of its position on the EU Green Claims Directive. 

Beauty and personal-care companies should draft an artificial intelligence use policy as soon as possible, regardless of their AI plans, given its ubiquity and the potential for employees to use it on their own, says Melanie Howard, partner at Loeb & Loeb LLP.

The Personal Care Products Council seeks to stem the rising tide of titanium dioxide Proposition 65 lawsuits, requesting that a California court prohibit the state’s Attorney General and private enforcers from filing and/or prosecuting new suits against cosmetics companies failing to warn about potential TiO2 exposure.

Artificial intelligence opportunities are on the rise for marketers, including in the beauty and personal-care sectors. Reed Smith partner Stacy Marcus offers advice on staying compliant with US consumer protection and copyright laws in this rapidly changing world.

With NIVEA driving growth in its Consumer division, German firm Beiersdorf AG has signed a multi-year deal with Rubedo Life Sciences to develop anti-aging solutions and new products for the global market. More beauty business news, including L’Oreal, Inter Parfums, Galderma, and LVMH/Sephora sales updates.

Shiseido and Kao report China and travel retail were significant headwinds in 2023, though both expect smoother sailing ahead. More beauty news in brief.

Splitting off Avon as its own publicly traded company would unlock shareholder value and provide shareholders with greater visibility into the entities’ performance and potential, Natura says. Sephora sales fueled 20% reported growth in LVMH’s Selective Retailing business in 2023. More beauty news.

In this episode of the updated Over The Counter podcast, HBW Insight speaks to sustainable packaging expert Tony Perrotta about the complexities of replacing plastic pill packs in medicines packaging. Perrotta is a partner at PA Consulting, which set up the Blister Pack Collective alongside consumer health players Haleon, Bayer and Sanofi. They are working with PulPac, which has invented a dry molded fiber alternative to plastic, which the Collective hopes to commercialize within 12-24 months. We discuss whether regulators will accept such alternatives, given the safety and stability requirements for medicines, and the challenges of recycling, given the multitude of different frameworks and processes across the world. Perrotta also reveals that one of the partners in PA Consulting’s Bottle Collective, which hopes to replace plastic bottles in the food, personal care and consumer health industries, will soon launch its first market trial.

On the wings of innovation and a new host of influencers, Coty says CoverGirl ranked number three in the US in earned media value among its peer set in the third quarter ended 31 March, versus sixth in the same period last year. CEO Sue Nabi had more to say about the firm’s social media “step-changing” in her remarks on Q3 results.

Along with latest results, Kenvue says as its “transitions services agreement” with J&J ends, its board approves reducing global workforce by around 4%. It expects around $275m in pre-tax restructuring costs in both 2024 and 2025 without changes to its capital allocation priorities.

On the wings of innovation and a new host of influencers, Coty says CoverGirl ranked number three in the US in earned media value among its peer set in the third quarter ended 31 March, versus sixth in the same period last year. CEO Sue Nabi had more to say about the firm’s social media “step-changing” in her remarks on Q3 results.

Along with latest results, Kenvue says as its “transitions services agreement” with J&J ends, its board approves reducing global workforce by around 4%. It expects around $275m in pre-tax restructuring costs in both 2024 and 2025 without changes to its capital allocation priorities.

Blink NutriTears supplement containing lutein/zeaxanthin, curcumin and vitamin D3 coming in 2024 is example of a cross-segment sales benefit B+L sees in dry eye product category. Consumer eye care and vision health product sales are key drivers for 18% Q1 net sales growth to $1.1bn.

Blink NutriTears supplement containing lutein/zeaxanthin, curcumin and vitamin D3 coming in 2024 is example of a cross-segment sales benefit B+L sees in dry eye product category. Consumer eye care and vision health product sales are key drivers for 18% Q1 net sales growth to $1.1bn.

Personal care and cosmetic product trademark filings compiled from the Official Gazette of the US Patent and Trademark Office, Class 3.

Personal care and cosmetic product trademark filings compiled from the Official Gazette of the US Patent and Trademark Office, Class 3.

With NIVEA driving growth in its Consumer division, German firm Beiersdorf AG has signed a multi-year deal with Rubedo Life Sciences to develop anti-aging solutions and new products for the global market. More beauty business news, including L’Oreal, Inter Parfums, Galderma, and LVMH/Sephora sales updates.

The Personal Care Products Council seeks to stem the rising tide of titanium dioxide Proposition 65 lawsuits, requesting that a California court prohibit the state’s Attorney General and private enforcers from filing and/or prosecuting new suits against cosmetics companies failing to warn about potential TiO2 exposure.

Personal care and cosmetic product trademark filings compiled from the Official Gazette of the US Patent and Trademark Office, Class 3.

FTC Division of Marketing Practices assistant director concerned direct selling self-regulation group’s guidance “will encourage deceptive conduct and facilitate deceptive earnings claims.” DSA president says the concerns might reflect the thinking of agency’s staff more than the intent of the agency’s regulations.

Exclusion from procurement processes, confiscation of revenues, and a fine of at least 4% of annual turnover are some of the penalties the European Parliament is considering for greenwashing as part of its position on the EU Green Claims Directive. 

Some advertisers try to avoid scrutiny of regulators and the National Advertising Division when making health-related claims by making a claim “softer.” Annie Ugurlayan, NAD’s assistant director, offers advice on assuring substantiation and a health claim match.