Scientists create 3D skin for cosmetic testing — because animals are worth it
Beauty without Cruelty South Africa says it will continue to push for a change in animal-based testing cosmetics laws in the country
29 April 2025 - 04:30
Researchers are developing a 3D-printed skin imitation equipped with living cells to test nanoparticles from cosmetics without using animals...
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