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Excessive cadmium exposure: Cosmetics account for... very little indeedSubscribers only

In a report whose findings were published on March 25, 2026, ANSES confirms that the French population is overexposed to cadmium, a trace metal classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, and toxic to reproduction. The result: while diet is the primary source of exposure, cosmetics also play a role—albeit a minor one—in consumer exposure.

PIFs for small cosmetics companies: 4 out of 5 are incompleteSubscribers only

During an investigation targeting very small businesses in the French cosmetics sector, the DGCCRF noted an overall insufficient level of knowledge and understanding of regulatory provisions among these small operators new to the market, emphasizing that they are, by definition, at higher risk of non-compliance and ignorance of regulations.

The issues surrounding a classification of sodium fluorideSubscribers only

On 18 December 2025, the French ANSES published an article on its website explaining the reasons that led it to propose a CLH classification of sodium fluoride as ED HH 1 and Repr. 1B. The information was widely reported in the mainstream media, prompting FEBEA to issue a clarification.

2nd update of ED Lists for 2025Subscribers only

Since 2020, the “Endocrine Disruptor Lists” website, drawn up and updated twice a year by five national authorities from European Union Member States, has been listing substances proven or suspected to act as endocrine disruptors. The latest update was published this December 2025.

Combating greenwashing: a update from the DGCCRFSubscribers only

During an online morning session on “new horizons in the fight against greenwashing,” the DGCCRF provided an update on its inspections for 2023 and 2024. The results show that more than 15% of the professionals inspected had committed serious violations.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
SignalConso goes greenSubscribers only
SignalConso, the platform managed by the French DGCCRF for reporting and recalling defective or non-compliant products, is taking on a new dimension. ...
Monday, March 18, 2024
Safety Gate: cosmetics top the list of notified products in 2023Subscribers only
The European Commission published its annual Safety Gate report for 2023 on 14 March 2024. With 32% of notifications recorded, cosmetics were the type...
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Bulk sales: a practical factsheet from the DGCCRFSubscribers only
To mark Bulk Month, which is being celebrated in March in France, the DGCCRF has published a practical information sheet for professionals in all the ...
Monday, March 4, 2024
The French Competition Authority examines product rating systemsSubscribers only
The French Competition Authority (Autorité de la Concurrence) has just announced that it is seeking its own opinion in order to analyse the competitiv...
Monday, February 26, 2024
The DGCCRF reminds us of the "Made in France" rulesSubscribers only
On 20 February 2024, the French DGCCRF published a guide entitled “Le Fabriqué en France”. This 10-page guide sets out the rules… and inspection proce...
Monday, February 26, 2024
The SFD's Psyderm Group warns of the effects of cosmetics on the brainSubscribers only
At a time when we are seeing more and more active ingredients and cosmetic products focusing on holistic beauty, well-being and even mood, with object...
Monday, February 19, 2024
Influencers in the sights of the European CommissionSubscribers only
On 14 February 2024, the European Commission has published the results of a screening (“sweep”), carried out in collaboration with national consumer p...
Monday, January 29, 2024
CNC: 15 recommendations for digital appsSubscribers only
On 23 January 2024, the French Conseil National de la Consommation (CNC - National Consumer Council) published the Opinion of its working group dedica...
Monday, January 8, 2024
Cosmetics: the DGCCRF and Anses take control in FranceSubscribers only
The measure came into force on 1 January 2023, and the ANSM has now been relieved of some of its cosmetics control responsibilities in favour of the D...
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Essential oils for cosmetic use: the French DGCCRF issues a reminder of the rulesSubscribers only
In a communication published on 15 December 2023, the DGCCRF (Directorate-General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control) warns consumers...
Monday, December 11, 2023
"Free from..." claims: an overview of the DGCCRF's 2021 controlsSubscribers only
In 2021, the French DGCCRF inspected 336 operators on the subject of “Free from…” and “With…” claims. With 40% of anomalies found for “Free from…” and...
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Marketplaces: 16% unsafe cosmeticsSubscribers only
According to a survey carried out by the DGCCRF in 2022 on 11 generalist marketplaces popular with French internet users, worrying levels of non-compl...
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