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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 29, 2017

2017 U'Cosmetics competition: prizewinners

On March 16, the jury of the U’Cosmetics competition, which was dedicated to mineral cosmetics this year, attributed their awards to the teams that pr...

Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Free cosmetics testing: when trials turn into con tricks

The European Consumer Centre France has sounded the alarm, informing the DGCCRF (French General Directorate for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs, ...

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

U'Cosmetics 2017: projects selected

On February 9, the pre-jury of the U’Cosmetics competition, dedicated to mineral cosmetics this year, studied the 23 student projects competing. Each ...

Wednesday, January 25, 2017

A mandatory indication for touched up photographs

The ARPP (French Advertising Self-Regulatory Organization) has just confirmed it in a press release: as from January 1, 2017, the indication ‘Photogra...

Monday, January 16, 2017

Fake cosmetics, real fight

Like many others, the cosmetics industry is the victim of counterfeiting. In addition to being often badly crafted, these imitations expose consumers ...

Monday, January 2, 2017

2017, a green year for Pantone

For 17 years, Pantone’s Colour of the Year has influenced product development and purchasing decisions in multiple industries, including fashion, ho...

Monday, December 19, 2016

Cosmébio: your next certification body?

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An announcement to ‘partners’, a letter to members… Cosmébio is about to add a string to their bow and become an active player in organic cosmetics ce...

Friday, December 16, 2016

Grand Musée du Parfum: a smell of success

The Parisian Grand Musée du Parfum opened its doors to the general public on Thursday, December 22. Located in the 8th arrondissement of the capital c...

Monday, October 24, 2016

Cosmetic 360 has great ambitions

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The second edition of the Cosmetic 360 show organized by the Cosmetic Valley was held last October 13-14, 2016, at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris. I...

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

COSMOS: the new organic label in January 2017

COSMOS signature will become mandatory for all new organic cosmetic products as of 1st January 2007. This European standard will be materialized by a ...

Monday, October 17, 2016

Beauty Forum Awards: the winners

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Attributed during the Beauty Forum Paris exhibition, held on 9 and 10 October 2016, the Beauty Forum Awards aim to highlight the know-how of beauty an...

Monday, October 10, 2016

A carcinogenic compound in lipsticks caps?

The European Environmental Bureau (EEB), federation of environmental citizens’ organisations working for the protection of our environment, denounces ...