This is a collection of links to the most important organizations and government offices concerning cosmetic botanical ingredients or natural skin care products with analyze & realize ag comments to them (updated 9 October 2003):
The European Cosmetic Toiletry And Perfumery Association
This contains information over the organization and its members. Interesting points include the alternatives to animal testing, directives for the security of cosmetic products and pulications. Includes further links to more information. http://www.colipa.com/cosmetics_indus.html
International Council for Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (ICMAP)
A foundation for the advancement of international cooperation in the areas of medical and aromatic plant research, medicine and science. This website contains a newsletter, conference calender and links to other non-profit-organisations. http://www.icmap.org/intro.htm
Services
Publications & Links