Corals and sea anemones turn sunscreen into toxins – understanding how could help save coral reefs

A new study found that when corals and sea anemones absorb oxybenzone, their cells turn it into phototoxins, molecules that are harmless in the …

Is your talc safe? Lack of consensus puts consumers at risk of cancer, lung problems

Health Canada studied talcum free of asbestos and found the popular cosmetic item can be harmful  

Centre bans sale of 14 over-the-counter steroid creams

The ban applies to skin creams that contain steroids or other prescription drugs and not for ordinary face-cleansing and moisturisers

Ensure ethical trade in wild plants, consumers urged

New report highlights how many wild plants used in everyday products are sourced without any consideration to supply sustainability

Scientists find new system to detect paraben level in water bodies

The research is meant to help develop measures to correct the harmful effects of the organic compounds on the environment

Why we shouldn’t mess with nature’s logic about the length of our eyelashes

Very little is known about our eyelashes, but they do serve a purpose. They keep our eyes from drying out and accumulating dirt

Drugs and cosmetics amendment bill withdrawn from Rajya Sabha

Newer areas like stem cells, regenerative medicines, medical devices and clinical trial cannot be effectively regulated under the existing law, …

Clinical trials: illogical compensation formula

Health ministry finally drafts formula to compensate victims of drug trials. Experts wary; say formula is shoddy and ill-conceived

India bans import of animal-tested beauty products

Becomes first South-Asian country to go ‘cruelty free’

Incorrect manufacturing date on painkiller strip creates a flutter on social media

The incident shows lack of regulation on the part of Indian drug authorities, say medical representatives and controllers

Nicotine anywhere

Tobacco manufacturer ITC exploits legal loopholes to openly advertise and sell nicotine gums

Drugs advisory board says no to direct blood transfusion

It says controlling infections more important than allowing unbanked direct blood transfusion

Microbeads found in cosmetics face ban in US for causing water pollution

The plastic additive is banned in seven states; New York could be next

CSE study on cosmetics: consumers demand strict regulations

Delhi women say study has disproved the notion that international and expensive brands are safe to use

Ban recommended on import of cosmetics tested on animals

Ugly tips

Apply cosmetics with care. They contain carcinogens

Makers of cosmetics deny presence of heavy metals in products

CSE says industry is taking advantage of regulatory loopholes

'India’s drug dependence on China not good for its health sector'

Setting up of large-scale pharma and chemical clusters in proximity to each other can help sector perform better, says industry body ASSOCHAM

Industry evades responsibility for heavy metals in cosmetics

Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) has refused to accept that their products have toxins

Amended drugs and cosmetics Bill has strict provisions for clinical trials

Proposes fine up to Rs 3 lakh and punishment up to a year

Sun-block lotions threaten corals

Shampoo may interfere with foetus's brain development

Silk care to protect skin from UV rays

Celebrities liable for commercials

Consumer protection council sets up committee to regulate contents of advertisements

Clay has curative properties