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FEBEA is calling for a return to 0% customs duties on exports to the United States

Following the European Parliament’s approval of the Turnberry Agreement on 16 June 2026, customs duties on French cosmetics exported to the United States are expected to rise to 15 per cent. Customs duties on exports to the United States continue to represent a major blow to the French cosmetics industry, and FEBEA is alerting the French and European authorities to this issue.

Cosmetics: much more than just a matter of appearance

At its annual conference on 16 June 2026, Cosmetics Europe unveiled the results of a survey carried out by Ifop on how European consumers view cosmetic products. And these products are now essential in many aspects of daily life.

Sun protection: between reality and the right messages to convey

At the presentation of the results of the annual survey conducted by the OpinionWay polling institute on behalf of FEBEA regarding the use of suncare products in France, Dr Marina Alexandre-Audaire, a dermatologist at Avicenne Hospital, outlined the basics of how to protect oneself against the health risks posed by UV rays. It was an uncompromising plea for ever-greater protection.

Use of sunscreen: the battle is not (yet) won

The sunny days are back… and with them come the results of the annual survey conducted by the OpinionWay 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 continues

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.

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...

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Talm raises first funds

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Specializing in skincare products for pregnant women, the brand has just completed its first round of financing. The two founders of Caudalie, Mathild...

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Eco-responsibility: Unilever's strategy

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Committed to the environment, the group is multiplying its actions to limit the impact of its activities on the planet. The company has just unveiled ...

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Beiersdorf encourages employees to volunteer

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Care Beyond Skin (CBS)… this is the name of the volunteer program that the German group has set up in 2023. The goal? To promote Beiersdorf’s social a...

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Cosmetic Valley announces the launch of the ACTT4Cosmetics programme

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During the 5th edition of Cosm’Innov, the international cosmetics research congress held in Orléans on 24 and 25 May 2023, the Cosmetic Valley gathere...

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Cosmetics seduce French students

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Each year, Universum (a firm specialized in employer branding) ranks the companies that future business school graduates want to join. And the 2023 ed...