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Use of sunscreen: the battle is not (yet) wonSubscribers only

The sunny days are back… and with them come the results of the annual survey conducted by the Opinion Way polling institute on behalf of FEBEA into the use of sun protection in France. The findings were unveiled at a press workshop held on 21 May 2026, and the conclusion is clear: there is still room for improvement!

Omnibus VI: the controversy continuesSubscribers only

The European Parliament’s amendments to Omnibus VI (and in particular Article 15 of the Cosmetics Regulation on CMRs), adopted by the Committee on 15 April 2026, have not settled all concerns. Whilst industry representatives welcome the prospect of an “effective regulatory framework”, consumer organisations and certain politicians are up in arms.

FEBEA and Cosmed in support of Omnibus VISubscribers only

As the European Commission’s Omnibus VI proposal to simplify “certain requirements and procedures applicable to chemicals” comes up for debate in Parliament – a proposal that has been widely criticised by consumer and environmental groups – representatives of the cosmetics industry are making their voices heard and expressing their support for its principles.

ReCosm Coalition: a review after two years of pilotingSubscribers only

Following more than two years of a pilot scheme carried out across 45 retail outlets in France, the ReCosm Coalition has published a white paper setting out the lessons learnt from the first collective pilot scheme dedicated to the reuse of cosmetic containers. Conclusion: the reuse of cosmetic packaging is technically feasible, environmentally sound and economically promising, provided it is roll...

"Starting my own cosmetics business": a guide from French FEBEASubscribers only

Setting up a cosmetics business is not simply a matter of having an idea or a formula; it requires a thorough understanding of the sector’s regulatory, technical and business requirements. It is with this in mind that FEBEA has produced this guide.
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Mibelle Biochemistry USA appoints new Vice PresidentSubscribers only
The organizational chart of Mibelle Biochemistry’s US branch has just changed. Michael Conti has joined the company as Vice President to head up the U...
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
L'Oréal acquires the Gjosa companySubscribers only
Water is an indispensable resource… but not an infinite one. Committed to sustainable development, the pachyderm of the beauty industry has just made ...
Monday, January 15, 2024
BEUC calls for stricter framework for environmental claimsSubscribers only
According to an international survey conducted by BEUC (the European Consumer Organisation), environmental claims are poorly perceived by consumers, w...
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Carole Lajous appointed President and CEO of Summit Cosmetics EuropeSubscribers only
The supplier of cosmetic ingredients has just named its new CEO: Carole Lajous. With 30 years’ experience in the beauty (and nutrition) industry, she ...
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Greez: the solution to cosmetic wasteSubscribers only
In the same way that the Too Good To Go app enables consumers to buy food that was supposed to end up in the garbage can, Greez offers the general pub...
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
USA: Sophim and Essential Ingredients sign distribution agreementSubscribers only
The French ingredients supplier has just set up shop in the United States. Sophim has signed a sales agreement with Essential Ingredients to distribut...
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Naturopera acquires Eugène Perma companySubscribers only
After being placed in receivership in the summer of 2023, Eugène Perma (owner of the Pétrole Hahn, Eugène Color, Keranove, Nat&Nove Bio, Biorène, ...
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Commit for our Planet: where do we stand one year on?Subscribers only
In December 2022, Cosmetics Europe launched a voluntary initiative aimed at reducing the environmental impact of the beauty industry in Europe. One ye...
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Cosmetic Valley supports Mahoran cosmetopoeiaSubscribers only
It is an “inventory of natural resources and their traditional uses for the care and well-being of skin and hair”. Each region is home to unique raw m...
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Pochet Group cuts CO2 emissions with Metron toolSubscribers only
To combat global warming, manufacturers are trying to reduce their emissions of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide. To achieve this, the packagin...
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Is life in the beauty business good for women?Subscribers only
Forbes magazine, in partnership with the Statisca polling institute, has produced a ranking of the companies where conditions are most favorable for w...
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Coty strengthens its parental leave policySubscribers only
As part of its CSR policy, the Coty Group has just changed the rules concerning the leave to which young parents are entitled. The company is committe...
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