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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 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.

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.
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...
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Philippe Lamy takes over as head of the La Prairie GroupSubscribers only
A new organizational chart has been drawn up for the Beiersdorf Group’s luxury brand. Philippe Lamy has just been appointed CEO, succeeding Patrick Ra...
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Firmenich recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the worldSubscribers only
New award for the Swiss fragrance and flavor company. Firmenich has just been identified by Etisphere (an American organization specialized in measuri...
Monday, March 28, 2022
Enterprise Europe Network launches a supply chain resilience platformSubscribers only
On 16 March 2022, Enterprise Europe Network launched the platform to address the supply chain disruptions faced by European companies and helps them b...
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