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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.
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Winners of the Formulation Award 2023Subscribers only
Cosmetagora is the annual event that opens the ball of trade shows in the cosmetics industry. Dedicated to formulation, the event allows exhibitors to...
Monday, January 23, 2023
Strategic partnership between the Cosmetic Valley and the Île-de-France RegionSubscribers only
After making it one of the priority sectors in its “Regional Plan for Economic Development, Innovation and Internationalisation”, Impact 2028, the Île...
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Estée Lauder launches an app to help visually impaired people apply makeupSubscribers only
In an effort to make it easier and more accurate for people with vision impairments to apply makeup, Estée Lauder has developed a voice-assisted app. ...
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Technicoflor explores gastronome perfumeSubscribers only
TechnicoFlor is exploring a new playground: gastronomy. The perfume house and the Mama Shelter Marseille Hotel have initiated a new experience around ...
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
GPA Global announces the acquisition of Cosfibel GroupSubscribers only
GPA Global announced the acquisition of Cosfibel Group, one of the leading players in luxury promotional packaging, luxury gifting and merchandising s...
Monday, January 16, 2023
Solid cleansing cosmetics: Cosmébio points out a false good ideaSubscribers only
Solid cleansing products have taken over the hygiene and beauty shelves in force. This new formulation seems to be ideal for “Zero Waste” enthusiasts....
Monday, January 16, 2023
FEBEA calls for regulation of super-promotions on personal care productsSubscribers only
In a press release dated 10 January 2023, the French Federation of Beauty Companies (FEBEA), which gathers manufacturers of cosmetic products, 82% of ...
Monday, December 19, 2022
FEBEA and IKW publish a guide to best practices in biodiversity conservationSubscribers only
France - Germany… this is not a soccer match poster, but the collaboration of two associations of beauty professionals. They worked together to write ...
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Cosmetics Europe brings together the industry to "Commit for our Planet"Subscribers only
Cosmetics Europe has launched an unprecedented industry-wide initiative, Commit for Our Planet, with the aim of reducing the environmental footprint o...
Monday, December 12, 2022
Cosmetics Sector Committee: the themes of the 3rd meetingSubscribers only
Chaired by Roland Lescure, Minister Delegate for Industry, the Cosmetics Sector Committee met on 28 November at Bercy for its third working session si...
Monday, December 5, 2022
L’Oréal and the French biotech, Microphyt, announce a strategic partnershipSubscribers only
L’Oréal and the French biotech, Microphyt, announce a strategic partnership in which L’Oréal’s venture capital fund, BOLD (Business Opportunities for ...
Monday, December 5, 2022
Gattefossé wins the INPI 2022 TrophiesSubscribers only
This year, two companies from the cosmetics sector were nominated for the INPI 2022 Awards: SurfactGreen in the Responsible Innovation category and Ga...
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