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

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 appearance

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 convey

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) won

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 continues

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.

Wednesday, March 30, 2022

Philippe Lamy takes over as head of the La Prairie Group

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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 world

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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 platform

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On 16 March 2022, Enterprise Europe Network launched the platform to address the supply chain disruptions faced by European companies and helps them b...

Monday, March 28, 2022

Launch of the EcoBeautyScore Consortium

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36 cosmetic companies and trade associations have come together to launch the EcoBeautyScore Consortium. The aim of the Consortium is to develop an in...

Wednesday, March 23, 2022

TerraCycle and Monoprix join forces to recycle cosmetics in shops

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Monoprix has joined forces with TerraCycle and L’Oréal France, Signal and Gillette to accelerate and encourage the recycling of hygiene and beauty pro...

Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Fleurance nature is committed to reducing the environmental impact of e-commerce

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On 14 March, the French Ministry of Ecological Transition announced that 18 new companies have just signed the “Charter of commitments for the reducti...

Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Expanscience joins the B Corp Beauty Coalition

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A company with a mission, and once again certified B Corp, Expanscience joins forces with 40 B Corp companies around the world to accelerate the trans...

Wednesday, March 23, 2022

DKSH France receives Platinum EcoVadis certification

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DKSH France, a distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients for the chemical, cosmetic, food, and pharmaceutical industries, has been recognized...

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Financial support from Cosmed to its exporting SMEs

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On the occasion of the “Beauty World Middle East” trade show in Dubai, which will be held from October 31 to November 2, 2022, Cosmed is providing fin...

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

U'Cosmetics 2022 winners

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Every year for the past 13 years, the UCO Bretagne Nord has gathered students from all over France around a competition whose objective is to present ...

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Colgate-Palmolive embraces sustainability

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The hygiene products group has just presented its roadmap to 2025. The main objective is to reduce the packaging of its products and to introduce more...

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Shiseido renews partnership with World Surf League

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It’s a rolling deal between the cosmetics brand and the organization dedicated to surfing. Since 2019, the two entities have been working together to ...