Have you ever wondered why every lightbulb fits in the same socket, why safety signs look the same everywhere, or how elevators always seem to... The post Standards You Rely on Every Day (Without Knowing It) appeared first on The ANSI Blog.| The ANSI Blog
With over 85% of U.S. college students commuting, road safety is becoming a growing concern in Texas, where crash rates near colleges are on the rise.| Safer America
The growing pressure to stay updated and tendency to compare ourselves to others on social media can result in a higher risk of anxiety and depression.| Safer America
ASTM F3681-24 establishes performance requirements for beach umbrella/anchor systems to prevent them from detaching from the sand.| The ANSI Blog
Protect your home this wither with tips to prevent frozen pipes and carbon monoxide risks. Learn how to keep your family safe all season long!| Safer America
Even in mild winter conditions, as soon as the weather worsens, winter tires/snow tires or all weather tires can help you stay in better control of your vehicle The post What I Learned About Winter Tires appeared first on Home & Family.| Home & Family
A troubling trend has been gaining traction. Social media influencers are spreading dangerous tanning misinformation to their followers.| Cosmetics Info
By Stephen Foster, Jenna Blankenship, Rosanna Stokes Running after work has always cleared Paul’s mind. After a run, he looks forward to a post-workout shower followed by a quick meal. He grabs turkey and mayo from the fridge and makes his favorite sandwich. Before he can finish, his daughter pulls him away for a tea party-related crisis. The […] The post Will you please grab the mayo from the fridge? It’s next to the shampoo. appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
Did you know that anyone can develop an allergy at any age to virtually any substance? An allergic reaction is the body’s way of responding to an “invader.” When the body senses a foreign substance, called an antigen, the immune system is triggered. The immune system normally protects the body from harmful agents such as […] The post Explaining Cosmetics Allergens appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has drastically altered our daily lives. Earlier this year, we experienced a complete lockdown/stay at home order as public health officials struggled with how to control this public health crisis. Over time, however, as the trend of new infections has begun to stabilize, many states have loosened lockdown restrictions and stores […] The post Product Sampling in a COVID-19 World appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
We use many personal care and cosmetics products every day to help us look our best. Virtually all of these products – including shampoos, conditioners, hair styling aids, facial/body lotions, color cosmetics, makeup wipes, etc. – contain a lot of water, which acts primarily as a solvent. The downside of water? Water is the lifeblood […] The post Protecting Products from Becoming a Microbial Meal appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
As a dermatologist, I recommend everyone – men, women and children older than six months – wear sunscreen every time you go outside, year-round. I know many people only think about sunscreen as the weather gets warmer; and since most of us have been staying indoors at home to help slow the spread of COVID-19, […] The post Protect Your Health: Use Sunscreen Every Day appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
A recent study published in the International Journal of Cancer has triggered a flurry of misguided media activity and possibly consumer concern about a potential association between hair dyes/straighteners and breast cancer. The problem is, association does not equal causation – one does not necessarily lead to the other. The links between coloring/straightening treatments and […] The post Making Sense of Science appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
Scent is an emotional sense. I bet – without difficulty – you can conjure up any number of smells and attach it to a memory: your first perfume, your grandmother’s hand lotion, your father’s aftershave. The fragrances used in these products give pleasure to people around the world who use and enjoy them every day. […] The post The Safety of the Fragrances You Love appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
The development of new cosmetics products is an iterative, collaborative, and highly technical process. In order for formulators to create products that deliver the benefits desired by consumers, scientists must first ensure the ingredients are safe. Once its components are determined to be safe and effective, chemists evaluate the physical and chemical stability of the […] The post Where Beauty Meets Science: The Role of R&D Microbiology in Product Formulation appeared first on Cosmetics I...| Cosmetics Info
With temperatures steadily rising across the United States, many people are adding this seasonal must-have to their daily skincare routines and vacation packing lists: sunscreens. Whether it’s using a daily moisturizer and lip balm with SPF or applying a sunscreen head-to-toe before laying poolside, there are a few common misconceptions about sunscreen products that all […] The post 7 Sunscreen Myths Debunked by Beauty Scientists appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
With Halloween fast approaching, you might be considering the use of some face paint with your or your children’s costumes. Luckily, face paint is regulated the same as your everyday cosmetics – but there are some things to keep in mind when purchasing and using Halloween makeup in order to keep you and your family […] The post Halloween Face Products: How to Choose Them and How to Use Them appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce estimates that the value of trade-related counterfeit goods amounts to $461 billion annually across the globe. The proliferation of counterfeit products is a very real problem, posing potential health risks for consumers who purchase and use these products from unreliable vendors. At a minimum, counterfeit cosmetic and personal care products […] The post Counterfeit Cosmetics: Too Good to be True? appeared first on Cosmetics Info.| Cosmetics Info
