It has been incorporated into sun care, skin care and fragrance products, but a new study conducted by scientists at the North Carolina State University shows the public to be relatively unconcerned by any potential risks from nanotechnology.
Health Canada has adopted a working definition for nanomaterials and announced that it may require more information about them in order to assess potential risks.
A survey conducted by UK and US universities finds that consumers
are dubious of many products that make use of nanotechnology, but
that ultimately, the greater the benefits the technology brings,
the more they are willing to turn...
The Soap and Detergent Association (SDA) has published a
comprehensive guide to potentially hazardous chemicals for
specifically targeting personal care ingredients manufacturers.