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What can we expect from the new Ecocert Sourcing platform?

On October 15, 2026, CosmeticOBS attended Ecocert’s press conference for the launch of its new Ecocert Sourcing platform. Sara Mayor (Director of the Cosmetics Business Unit at the Ecocert Group) introduced us to this new tool.

Organic cosmetics: sales are rising only in pharmacies

Sales of organic cosmetics are rising in chemists, but falling in organic shops and health and beauty shops. In organic shops, however, the decline is slowing. This is shown by the figures presented by Antonin Le Masle, Business Analyst at OpenHealth, during a webinar organised by Cosmébio and Synadiet on 15 October 2026.

A French FEBEA white paper on digital risks

Digital fraud has ceased to be a marginal phenomenon and has become a systemic threat to businesses, including those in the cosmetics sector. This white paper, which FEBEA has just published, aims to document the scale of the phenomenon and identify the conditions necessary to strengthen protection against it.

Joint call to action against counterfeiting

On September 30, 2026, nine organizations representing European industries, including Cosmetics Europe, released a document calling on the European Union to strengthen liability rules for online platforms and intermediaries in order to better prevent the sale of dangerous, illegal, or counterfeit products to European consumers.

Manifesto for the Digital Transition

In late September 2026, a coalition of organizations published a manifesto outlining recommendations for a digital transition. It advocates for a “one product, one EU Data Carrier” approach and calls for the implementation of a harmonized, flexible, and technology-neutral digital labeling system that would allow certain physical information to be replaced with information accessible online.

Monday, January 17, 2022

Patyka obtains the "confirmed" level of the Engagé RSE label

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The cosmetics brand has just obtained the “confirmed” grade of the Engagé RSE label issued by AFNOR. This level of certification rewards the integrati...

Wednesday, January 12, 2022

Diadermine wants to reconcile consumers with their wrinkles

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Natural and yet so taboo, wrinkles and other expressions of the passing of time have long been in the cosmetics industry’s sights. Today, brands have ...

Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Marie Sermadiras named CEO of Cosfibel

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The packaging solutions group has just named its new president. Marie Sermadiras, 32 years old, takes over the management of Cosfibel. She succeeds Al...

Monday, January 10, 2022

N.A.E. shampoos switch to ecofill

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In a concern for eco-responsibility, N.A.E has decided to replace the packaging of all its liquid shampoos. The brand now offers a reusable pump bottl...

Tuesday, January 4, 2022

Coty France announces a new sustainable development strategy

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The group has just announced its ambition to pursue a more sustainable policy. Coty is going to market more nature-friendly packaging and cosmetics in...

Monday, January 3, 2022

Grita Loebsack, new president of Nivea

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The Supervisory Board of Beiersdorf AG has appointed the new President of the Nivea brand.Taking up the position in January 2022, Grita Loebsack’s mai...

Monday, December 20, 2021

L'Oréal partners with climate tech start-up BreezoMeter

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What is the true impact of the exposome on skin health? This is what L’Oréal is trying to understand. The group has therefore signed a partnership wit...

Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Procter & Gamble acquires hair care brand Ouai

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The American giant has just announced the acquisition of Ouai, a premium brand founded by Jen Atkins, a well-known hairdresser in the United States. T...

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Veolia supplies L'Oréal with recycled plastic to promote the circular economy

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Making cosmetic packaging with recycled plastic can avoid between 50% to 70% of CO2 emissions compared to a standard bottle. Veolia and L’Oréal have j...

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Beiersdorf introduces more climate-friendly aerosol valve system

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As part of its sustainability program, Care Beyond Skin, Beiersdorf has set itself the goal of bringing ever more responsible products to market. The ...

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

French Presidency of the Council of the European Union: FEBEA warnings

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Taking over from Slovenia, France will hold the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union from 1 January to 30 June 2022. The FEBEA (Fe...

Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Hims & Hers chooses quick delivery

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Delivery times are a real issue for manufacturers. No more waiting for their customers. It’s the turn of American skincare and wellness brand Hims &am...