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"Starting my own cosmetics business": a guide from French FEBEA

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.

Cosmetics Europe and IFRA warn against “misinformation” regarding Omnibus VI

As the Commission’s proposal on simplifying chemical regulations is set to be presented to the European Parliament in late April 2026, a heated debate is raging between consumer and environmental advocacy groups and the industry. In a joint statement, Cosmetics Europe and IFRA warn against a campaign of misinformation.

FEBEA welcomes the EU-Australia free trade agreement

In a press release issued on 24 March 2026, the FEBEA welcomed the free trade agreement that has just been concluded between the European Union and Australia. For the French Federation of Beauty Companies, this marks a major operational step forward for European businesses.

2025 rankings of patent applicants: cosmetics maintains its position

As it does every year, the INPI (French National Institute of Industrial Property) has just unveiled its list of top patent applicants and holders. While the top three come from the automotive and aeronautics sectors, cosmetics ranks just below the podium.

How equal are men and women in the cosmetics industry?

Every year, French companies with at least 50 employees must calculate and publish their professional equality index by March 1 at the latest. This is an opportunity to take stock of the situation and, for some companies, to use it as a positive communication tool.

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Roelmi-HPC publishes its 2022 sustainability report

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For the fifth year running, the supplier of ingredients (for various industries) publishes its sustainability report. This new edition takes stock of ...

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Pierre Fabre acquires a stake in MiYé

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The cosmetics heavyweight expands its business. The group has just announced its investment in MiYé, a brand specializing in balancing women’s hormona...

Monday, September 25, 2023

Urban waste water treatment: Cosmetics Europe expresses concern following the vote on the ENVI Committee report

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Following the vote on 20 September 2023 by the European Parliament’s Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) on the draft r...

Monday, September 25, 2023

Cosmed appoints its first Director of Government Affairs

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The political activities of the association of SMEs in the cosmetics industry are expanding. Cosmed has therefore appointed Nathalie de Courcy to the ...

Monday, September 18, 2023

Sophim announces €20 million in financing

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Good news for the French supplier of vegetable squalane. The company has just completed a major financing round which will enable it to accelerate its...

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Exports: French cosmetics still on the rise

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The French cosmetics industry is continuing its strong international growth: over the first five months of the year, it exported 15.6% more than over ...

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Expanscience publishes its first mission report

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Laboratoires Expanscience became a “company with a mission” in 2021. Two years later, the company unveils its first results and provides a progress re...

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Oh My Cream joins the sexual well-being trend

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The beauty concept-store adds a new string to its bow. The company has announced the launch of a cosmetics range focusing on femininity and sexual wel...

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Durability: Verescence goes green

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Responsibility is at the heart of most manufacturers’ strategies. And glass packaging supplier Verescence is no exception. The company has published i...

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Silab again awarded Platinum grade by EcoVadis

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A new honor for the raw materials supplier. The company has been awarded Platinum status (the highest) thanks to its good CSR practices. Silab thus re...

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Sephora supports musical diversity

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Beauty industry players are now exploring new territories. A case in point is the cosmetics giant’s latest initiative: Sephora Sounds. The concept aim...

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Summer 2023: Institut Scientis webinars and training courses

INSTITUT SCIENTIS is a scientific service provider specialising in regulations, microbiology and the design of products such as cosmetics, biocides, d...