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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.

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...

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

The Estée Lauder Companies appoints its first Chief Sustainability Officer

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Commitment to the environment is a full-time job. That’s why The Estée Lauder Companies has appointed its first Director of sustainability. Nancy Maho...

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Lush inaugurates its "Green Hub

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The British cosmetics brand has just opened its new “green center” at the brand’s headquarters in Poole, Dorset. This building becomes the cornerstone...

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

L'Oréal is the most valued cosmetics brand in the world

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Since 2011, Brand Finance (an independent evaluation and strategy consulting firm for companies) has been ranking the most powerful cosmetics companie...

Monday, May 15, 2023

The L'Occitane Group reinforces its strategy in favor of the climate

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The cosmetics company has just published its new environmental roadmap for 2050. Faced with the challenges of climate change, the cosmetics heavyweigh...

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Oh My Cream announces the acquisition of Combeau

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More than just a beauty concept store, Oh My Cream has developed its business by creating its own cosmetic brand. To expand its offer, the company acq...

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

The Rocher group publishes its strategic objectives for 2030

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The financial, climatic and social context is pushing the Rocher group to review its copy in order to perpetuate its activity in the years to come. Th...

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Sephora takes action to reduce packaging waste

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The cosmetics retail giant wants to do its part in the fight against pollution generated by packaging waste. In collaboration with Pact Collective (a ...