THE WHAT? A US appeals court has found in favor of 3M, Corteva and DuPont et al in a class action lawsuit that sought to charge circa 10 chemicals manufacturers with contaminating the environment via the production and supply of PFAS.
THE DETAILS The judge instructed the lower court to dismiss the case. The plaintiffs, which included virtually every resident in Ohio, had sought damages to fund studies into the health impacts from exposure to forever chemicals.
THE WHY? The judge found that the lead plaintiff’s allegations were overly broad and did not target the actions of the specific companies listed in the complaint.
Aesthetic supplies USA refers to products and equipment used in the field of aesthetic medicine and cosmetic treatments that are available for purchase in the United States. These supplies encompass a wide range of items necessary for various aesthetic procedures and treatments conducted by professionals such as dermatologists, plastic surgeons, aestheticians, and other qualified practitioners.
Examples of aesthetic supplies include:
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Dermal Fillers: Injectable substances used to restore volume and reduce wrinkles.
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Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Injectables used to temporarily relax facial muscles and reduce wrinkles.
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Laser Devices: Equipment used for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, tattoo removal, and other laser treatments.
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Chemical Peels: Solutions applied to the skin to exfoliate and improve texture.
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Microdermabrasion Devices: Tools used for mechanical exfoliation to rejuvenate skin.
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Microneedling Devices: Devices that create tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production.
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Cosmeceuticals: Skincare products that contain biologically active ingredients with pharmaceutical-like benefits.
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Sterilization and Disinfection Products: Essential for maintaining hygiene and preventing infections in clinical settings.
