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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, December 3, 2025

No dupes in Santa's sack

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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 glycerine

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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 immersion

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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)

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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 industry

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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 FEBEA

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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 recycling

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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 vacationers

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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...

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Trophées Cosmébio 2025: the winners

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Cosmébio unveiled the winners of its Trophées 2025-2026 at a ceremony held on June 18 in Valence. This annual award recognizes brands that go beyond t...

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Information on unsold products: an industry position statement

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A collective of several organizations representing all sectors of the industry (including Cosmetics Europe) has just expressed its “strong opposition”...

Monday, July 21, 2025

Urban wastewater treatment: a French cost estimation study

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Since its publication, Directive (EU) 2024/3019 concerning urban waste water treatment has been the subject of constant criticism from the cosmetics i...

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

The FEBEA launches the Beauty Package

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Faced with trade tensions, regulatory inflation and increasingly aggressive global competition, the FEBEA is calling for immediate action to safeguard...