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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.
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Global Bioenergies awarded bronze rating by EcoVadisSubscribers only
EcoVadis, a platform for assessing corporate sustainability, has just awarded Global Bioenergies a bronze medal for its CSR performance. The company i...
Monday, October 16, 2023
Harmful chemicals in consumer products: a appeal to the European CommissionSubscribers only
PFAS, endocrine disruptors and other substances of concern… consumer products are full of harmful chemicals, according to the BEUC. The organisation o...
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Global Bioenergies receives €16.4 million in state supportSubscribers only
As part of the France 2030 project, the French government will contribute to the financing of a 10,000-ton-per-year biosourced isobutene factory. This...
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
L'Oréal resells SanofloreSubscribers only
LSA has just revealed that an agreement to sell the Sanoflore brand has been reached between L’Oréal, the Ekkio Capital fund and Sergio Calandri, foun...
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Roelmi-HPC publishes its 2022 sustainability reportSubscribers only
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 MiYéSubscribers only
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 reportSubscribers only
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 AffairsSubscribers only
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 financingSubscribers only
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 riseSubscribers only
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 reportSubscribers only
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 trendSubscribers only
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...
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