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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.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Cosmetic Valley opens 2026 with a focus on regenerationSubscribers only
At its press conference at the start of the year (held in Paris on January 15, 2026), Cosmetic Valley took stock of the French cosmetics industry. Its...
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Biodiversity: a practical Guide from FEBEASubscribers only
On 19 December 2025, the FEBEA (French Federation of Beauty Companies) published a second Practical Guide on the topic of biodiversity on its website.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Urban wastewater treatment: the European Commission's new costs studySubscribers only
On December 10, 2025, alongside the presentation of its “Environmental Omnibus,” the European Commission published its updated estimate of the costs a...
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Urban wastewater treatment: “Stop the clock,” urges Cosmetics EuropeSubscribers only
As the European Commission prepares to release its updated study of costs of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system under the Urban Wastewa...
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
No dupes in Santa's sackSubscribers only
With the holiday season approaching, and perfumes and beauty products among the French people’s favorite gifts, the FEBEA is sounding the alarm. The r...
Friday, November 21, 2025
A white paper by FEBEA on responsible glycerineSubscribers only
On 19 November 2025, the French Federation of Beauty Companies (FEBEA) published a white paper entitled “Towards sustainable glycerine”. This is the r...
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Fareva x Belle & Bien: soft immersionSubscribers only
To mark Pink October 2025 and as part of their renewed partnership, Fareva and the Belle & Bien association brought together eleven women with can...
Friday, November 7, 2025
Cosmed designated as the representative association for the cosmetics sector in the Collective Agreement for the Chemical Industries (IDCC44)Subscribers only
On October 30, 2025, a decree was issued by the Ministry of Labor* designating Cosmed as the Representative Association for the cosmetics sector in th...
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Tariffs: FEBEA warns of a major risk to the competitiveness of the French beauty industrySubscribers only
The Federation of Beauty Companies (FEBEA) has published the results of a study conducted by Astéres on the impact of new US tariffs. According to thi...
Monday, July 28, 2025
Agreement on US customs duties: reaction from the FEBEASubscribers only
On July 27, 2027, the European Union and the United States signed a trade agreement imposing 15% tariffs on a wide range of products, including cosmet...
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Perfume: six players join forces to test bottle recyclingSubscribers only
Transforming the way packaging is designed, used and recycled is the aim of the pilot project La Boucle Beauté Parfums, launched on June 30, 2025 in o...
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Counterfeiting: Unifab mobilizes vacationersSubscribers only
The Union des Fabricants (Unifab) is back on the campaign trail this summer to alert the general public to the dangers of fake products (including cos...
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