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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 Opinion Way 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.

FEBEA and Cosmed in support of Omnibus VI

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 piloting

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 FEBEA

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, November 13, 2024

Achiever Awards 2024: who are the winners?

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For the past eleven years, the CEW France has been honouring talent in the beauty sector. The 2024 awards ceremony took place on 6 November in Paris, ...

Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Coty publishes its 2024 sustainability report

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Like most cosmetics companies, Coty is committed to the fight against global warming. The group has just published its 2024 sustainability report, ann...

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Dangerous substances in cosmetics: FEBEA responds to ECHA

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On 30 October 2024, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) unveiled the results of a pilot project to apply the regulations, revealing that 6% of cosmet...

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Gillette becomes exclusive Movember partner in the United States

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After the pink October movement, which focused on breast cancer prevention, it’s now time for the Movember campaign to get underway. This year, Gillet...

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

L'Occitane unveils its new biodiversity strategy

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Manufacturers are gradually taking on the role of protectors of nature. At COP 16 in Cali, Colombia, the L’Occitane cosmetics group presented its new ...

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Pierre Fabre Group bets on solar energy

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Pierre Fabre Laboratories, specialists in pharmaceuticals and dermocosmetics, have announced the commissioning of a new photovoltaic panel installatio...

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Coverpla opens up its capital to new investors

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The company, which specialises in turnkey packaging solutions for the beauty sector, welcomes a pool of majority investors, including GENEO Capital En...

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

The Estée Lauder Companies unveils its 2024 sustainability report

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For several years now, the cosmetics company has been committed to having a positive impact on society and the planet through its brands. The Estée La...

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Clarins launches its mobile application in the UK

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The cosmetics brand is committed to being ever closer to its customers. To achieve this, the company is now offering its mobile application to the Bri...

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Maybelline New York chooses Naomi Osaka as the face of the Brave Together programme

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In recent years, the cosmetics brand has made mental health its main focus. Maybelline New York has set up an online self-esteem support and awareness...

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Yves Rocher launches a "sustainable beauty" marketplace

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The cosmetics brand has launched a new project. Yves Rocher has just created the ‘first cosmetics marketplace for a more committed and responsible wel...

Monday, October 7, 2024

Ecocert launches a ‘Sustainable Materials’ certification line

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The use and recycling of materials (metals, glass, plastics, polymers and other composites) represents an ecological issue that is as central as it is...