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

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 appearanceSubscribers only

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 conveySubscribers only

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) wonSubscribers only

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 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.
Monday, April 11, 2022
Solvay-P&G partnership to boost sustainable guar production in IndiaSubscribers only
Solvay, a global supplier of naturally-derived polymers for beauty care formulations, has announced that P&G Beauty has joined its Sustainable Gua...
Monday, April 11, 2022
Stéphanie Lumbers takes over the Sustainable Development Department at FEBEASubscribers only
The FEBEA (French Federation of Beauty Companies) is strengthening its expertise and services in the field of ecological transition with the arrival o...
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Business France launches the 2nd edition of the French Beauty Booster ChinaSubscribers only
Business France has just announced the launch of the 2nd edition of the French Beauty Booster China, a comprehensive five-month programme for cosmetic...
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
L'Oréal wants to help consumers better choose their perfumeSubscribers only
If perfume helps define who we are, it’s not always easy to find the right fragrance. To help the most indecisive, L’Oréal and Emotiv (a company speci...
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
L'Occitane group buys Grown AlchemistSubscribers only
L’Occitane is expanding its brand portfolio. After Erborian and Melvita, it is the turn of Grown Alchemist, an Australian brand, to join the French gr...
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Report on the ecological transition of the French Perfumes and Cosmetics industry: "Good, but can do better"Subscribers only
Last July, the French Ministry of Ecological Transition had asked the CGEDD (General Council for the Environment and Sustainable Development) to make ...
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
TechnicoFlor joins the 1% For The Planet communitySubscribers only
TechnicoFlor, a French fragrance house, continues its commitment to the planet by joining the 1% For The Planet collective through its NatFlor® range....
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Biolane gets a makeoverSubscribers only
Happy Birthday! The historic baby care brand is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Half a century and not a single wrinkle. For the occasion, Biolane h...
Monday, April 4, 2022
Symrise strengthens its Fine Fragrance division with two new acquisitionsSubscribers only
Symrise, a supplier of fragrances, flavours, cosmetic ingredients and raw materials, has made a binding offer to acquire 100% of R. Romani - Société F...
Monday, April 4, 2022
Professional federations mobilize for UkraineSubscribers only
Cosmed and FEBEA have launched an appeal to all their members to collect essential hygiene products. These donations will then be distributed to Ukrai...
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Sustainability: Unilever wants to partner with start-upsSubscribers only
The American giant wants to partner with smaller structures to go even further in eco-responsibility. And as there is a real need for sustainable ingr...
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Arcade Beauty designs Kérastase's eco-refillsSubscribers only
It’s a love story between the L’Oréal group and Arcade Beauty. After having designed the refills for the Elvive Colour range, it’s Kérastase’s turn to...
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