In this episode, I unpack the landmark 3-year legal battle involving skincare company, Biologi, and ingredient supplier, Plant Extracts. The case concluded with the companies found guilty of making numerous false and misleading claims, leading to an order to publish...
Compliance/Legislation
[In-depth article] BioLIEgi: Unpacking the recent Biologi court findings and what it means for the cosmetics industry
Read about the reactions to Biologi court findings about their false and misleading claims, the impacts and lessons learned, and ponder what it all means for the future of Australia’s cosmetics industry.
An open and honest conversation about fearmongering and misinformation in the skincare world – with Candice Sangster, Sanctyouary Beauty
Candice and I met at an in-person business workshop early this year. Candice runs Sanctyouary Beauty Studio in the heart of Maleny, offering holistic beauty services and spa packages, as well as makeup lessons using natural products. We connected straight away and...
The 5 biggest marketing claims mistakes made by skincare and beauty founders (and how to avoid them)
It's no secret that making claims about your cosmetic products can be one of the most challenging parts of being a skincare and beauty brand owner: Can I say this about my product? Can I write this on my social media? Can I add this to my label? Am I going to get in...
How to make compliant sustainability claims (& avoid greenwashing)
Read about the ACCC’s focus on greenwashing and how you can find out more about making compliant sustainability claims about your cosmetics.
Popular wellness brand shut down by the TGA
Here’s the heartbreaking story of a brand shut down by the TGA for selling illegal therapeutic goods – and how to avoid it happening to you!