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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, July 18, 2023

LVMH aims to reduce water consumption

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Committed to a strategy of sustainability (Life 360 program), the group has announced its intention to reduce its water footprint by at least 30%. To ...

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Sophim signs new distribution agreement in Switzerland

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The Provençal supplier of cosmetic ingredients has announced that it has entrusted the sale of its Swiss assets to Nordmann Switzerland. The distribut...

Thursday, July 13, 2023

The Green Impact Index Consortium announces the publication of AFNOR SPEC 2215

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Presented as “the first guide to displaying the environmental and societal impact of cosmetic products, food supplements and family health and well-be...

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Groupe Berkem signs distribution agreement with Indchem International

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The manufacturer has just announced the signature of a distribution agreement for its cosmetic ingredients in India with Indchem International. The la...

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Croda completes acquisition of Solus Biotech

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The ingredient supplier has just announced the acquisition of biotechnology specialist Solus Biotech. The aim of this operation is to enable Croda to ...

Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Green industry: one for all, all for one!

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Accustomed to waging fierce war on each other to win consumers’ favor, brands in the beauty industry have clearly understood that to adapt to regulato...

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Lush supports refugees

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The English cosmetics company, in collaboration with the NGO Refugee Action, has launched the “Refugees Welcome” campaign. The aim? To inspire compass...

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

The Estée Lauder Companies supports Indian beauty

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The Estée Lauder Companies, in collaboration with retailer NYKAA, has set itself the goal of helping Indian beauty start-ups emerge. The Beauty&Yo...

Monday, June 26, 2023

SACI-CFPA becomes Summit Cosmetics Europe

Founded in Paris in 1937, SACI-CFPA has been a key player in the distribution of ingredients for the cosmetics industry for decades. The acquisition o...

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Pierre Fabre inaugurates its new innovation center in China

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The French dermo-cosmetics group is stepping up its international ambitions. After Japan and Brazil, Pierre Fabre has just inaugurated its new dermo-c...

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Reducing greenhouse gases: a Guide from Cosmed and ADEME

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The cosmetics and fragrances sector is estimated to account for between 0.5% and 1.5% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The four largest sourc...

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Groupe Berkem joins forces with Azelis

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New commercial agreement for the French industrialist. Groupe Berkem entrusts Azelis with the sale of its cosmetic ingredients in Thailand and South K...