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COVID-19 vaccines are now included among the routine shots recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for children, adolescents and adults.

The 2023 list includes shots for the flu, measles, mumps, rubella, polio and other inoculations.

The vaccine schedule represents the current recommendations for people as a regular part of their vaccinations against common infectious diseases. It does not mean the CDC is requiring a COVID-19 shot for children or that schools will have to require that students receive the shot before enrolling, according to a report in The Hill.

The CDC does not have the authority to mandate vaccines; that decision is left up to states and local jurisdictions, the report noted. As an example, the report cited the flu vaccine, which has long been on the schedule of recommended childhood immunizations, but hardly any state actually mandates it for public schools.

Under the new guidelines, healthy children 6 months to 4 years old should receive a primary series of two doses of either the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech monovalent COVID-19 vaccine followed by a third dose of a bivalent vaccine. Children 5 to 11 years old should receive two doses of the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine followed by a bivalent shot, the report said.

Unilever has shared its intent to sell its Suave brand in North American to Yellow Wood Partners.

Included in the Suave brand are hair care, skin care, skin cleansing and deodorant products.

“This is another step on our path to shift our portfolio towards strategic growth spaces. Suave has been a much-loved brand since the 1930s, and I am confident it will continue to thrive and serve consumers under its new ownership in North America,” said Esi Eggleston Bracey, president of Unilever USA and CEO of Unilever Personal Care North America. 

Outside of the United States and Canada, Suave will continue to be operated by Unilever, the companies shared.

The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2023 and is subject to regulatory approvals and closing conditions.

There’s a new popcorn variety joining the Pillsbury family.

The latest innovation from the brand is Funfetti Popcorn, a sweet and crunchy popcorn with a Funfetti glaze and sprinkles.

Designed to be enjoyed at home or on the go, Pillsbury’s new Funfetti Popcorn is available exclusively at 7-Eleven for a suggested retail price of $2.29. The line will expand its distribution to convenience and grocery stores in the spring.

Ardell Beauty is catering to consumers who can’t live without their lashes, but may not have all the time in the world to put them on.

New from the brand is the Active Lash line, which is available at Ulta Beauty.

Created for active lifestyles, the line was designed to ensure that consumers who love to wear their lashes can do so when working out or doing an intense activity, the company said.

Inspired by the growing popularity of people looking for an easy and polished look before the gym or throughout a busy day, the collection includes six styles that come with a unique lash glue that has been formulated to be sweat resistant.

 

For consumers looking to achieve frizz-free and defined curls, Native’s new collection of products may just provide the solution.

The brand has launched its new Curl Care line, which comes in a coconut milk and turmeric fragrance, and was formulated to enhance natural waves and minimize frizz without weighing down hair, the company said.

Suitable for those with loose waves to those with well-defined curls from 2A to 3C hair types, the collection is made with 10 ingredients, is free of sulfated surfactants and does not contain paraben, silicones or dye.

Available in a shampoo, conditioner and 2 in 1, Native’s Curl Care line is available for purchase online. 

CoverGirl has its eyes set on springtime with its latest line of Clean Fresh Color Eyeshadow Quads.

The creamy pigments that feature bold shades, come in a range of matte, shimmer and metallic shades.

Made with a vegan and clean formula that does not contain talc, mineral oil, parabens or fragrance, the quads are infused with plant-based rice extract, the company said.

Available shades include shimmering beige, dreamy pink, cool berry, mellow mauve, spiced copper and golden toffee.

In addition, CoverGirl has also created Ulta Beauty exclusive shades — candlelit burgundy, midnight sky and classic smokey.

Retailing for $9.99 each, CoverGirl’s Clean Fresh Color Eyeshadow Quads are available at Ulta Beauty, Walmart and Amazon among other mass grocery and drug store retailers nationwide.