Articles
5 biggest cosmetic compliance mistakes to avoid
When you first started your skincare or beauty business, you probably realised very quickly there’s a lot more that goes into running a business than making products. There’s a lot of legislation to follow, especially when it comes to the skincare and cosmetics...
Cosmoprof Worldwide 2023 wrap-up (+ 10 tips for visiting)
Earlier this month I headed over to beautiful Bologna to visit Cosmoprof - and here’s what I thought of it. What is Cosmoprof? If you haven’t heard of it before, here’s what their website says: As the most influential global event dedicated to all facets of the beauty...
5 reasons you SHOULDN’T start a skincare business!
If you can relate to all of these, perhaps it’s time to reconsider your decision to start a skincare brand!
3 takeaways from the latest cosmetic product safety recall
Cosmetic products aren’t recalled for safety reasons too often - but it definitely does happen, so it’s something you should prepare for as a brand. Earlier this month, Hunter Lab undertook a voluntary product safety recall of their Daily Face Fuel due to potential...
Top five website tips for beauty brands
In this article that featured in the Sep/Oct print version of Professional Beauty magazine, I share with readers my top five tips for making the most of the online shopping boom.
Checklist for launching a successful skincare brand
Here are 5 things to consider before you start a skincare business, from Jennifer Rudd, Founder of Skincare Business Foundations, as featured on the Professional Beauty Magazine website.
Consumer protection + how to do right by your customers
It’s essential for skincare brand owners to understand Australia’s consumer protection laws. Find out how to do right by your customers.
Insurance 101 for skincare, bath and body brands
Bec Innes from AUZi Insurance answers all your questions about bath and body product insurance.
Taking the pain out of therapeutic goods regulations
Read my top 5 tips to help you comply with the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989.
What is natural skincare? TGA guidance on ‘natural’ claims
The TGA has published guidance on using the term ‘natural’ in advertising. Find out what the guidance says and what it means for you.
Hi, I’m Jen
Founder of Skincare Business Foundations and Director of Clear Beauty Group. I help Australian skincare and beauty brands get compliant, credible and retail-ready.