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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.

Monday, May 18, 2015

MI: a 'problematic" exposition for consumers (Danish survey)

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Carried out for the Danish Environmental Protection Agency, this survey aimed to determine the concentration of Methylisothiazolinone (MI, a high alle...

Tuesday, April 21, 2015

William G. Koeberlé will represent selective perfumery in Paris and Brussels

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The General Assembly of the European Federation of Perfume Retailers (Fédération Européenne des Parfumeurs Détaillants or FEPD) has appointed its bure...

Thursday, April 2, 2015

The cosmetics industry was the 2nd biggest exporting sector in 2014

In a press release published on 31 March 2014, the FEBEA (French Federation of Beauty Companies) reveals the results of the cosmetic sector. In 2014, ...

Monday, March 30, 2015

The shark, an endangered species, still used in cosmetics

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At the end of 2012, the Bloom association, which works for marine conservation, denounced the massive use by the cosmetic sector of deep shark liver o...

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

U'Cosmetics competition: the new wave takes off

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The 6th edition of the U'Cosmetics competition of the UCO (Université Catholique de l'Ouest) of Guingamp had as its theme marine cosmetics. A subject ...

Monday, March 2, 2015

L’Oréal called to order by the American FDA

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Following an inspection of the La Roche-Posay website in the United States, the FDA (Food and Drugs Administration) sent a warning letter to the group...

Thursday, February 26, 2015

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In a"dinner in town" as they say, I found myself next to a charming person who, knowing my professional past, challenged me on a fairly common questio...

Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Animal testing: debate between PETA and Europe

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As from March 11, 2013, the Regulation that governs cosmetic products in Europe (no 1223/2009) introduced the principle of a total ban on testing cosm...

Tuesday, February 17, 2015

U'Cosmetics 2015 competition: Nominees, the complete list!

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The 6th edition of the U'cosmetics student competition, organised by the UCO Bretagne nord, the Anticipa technopole and Cosmed grand ouest, will take ...

Thursday, January 22, 2015

11 new"Peonies" awarded by the Cosmetic Valley

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The Cosmetic Valley competitiveness cluster has been committed to sustainable development since 2010 with the launch of its"For an Eco-responsible Cos...

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Thalassotherapy: a standard to protect the consumer

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Entitled XP X50-831-1, this voluntary standard defines essential criteria to be met to be a thalasotherapy center (marine climate, sea water and marin...

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Brief - Triman: an ADEME user guide

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The Agence de l'Environnement et de la Maîtrise de l'Énergie has just published a Guide to using the Triman logo, to help the manufacturers concerned,...