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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.

Tuesday, August 27, 2024

IFF to open a new research center in Shanghai

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The group specialising in the design of cosmetic, pharmaceutical and food ingredients has announced the opening of a “Creative Centre” in Shanghai. Th...

Monday, July 22, 2024

TechnicoFlor launches Flor-Anthropy program

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The company specializing in perfume creation is committed to a CSR approach. TechnicoFlor has devised a project to promote “environmental and societal...

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Berlin Packaging, an increasingly responsible company

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The packaging solutions distributor has published its 2023 Sustainability Report, and can boast some good results. In particular, the company has succ...

Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Anjac Health & Beauty acquires APR Beauty

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The French family-owned industrial group has just purchased a stake in Canadian company APR Beauty, specialized in the turnkey manufacture of make-up ...

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

The Estée Lauder Companies and TikTok launch The Catalysts

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The cosmetics group and the social network share a common ambition: to support emerging beauty talent. The two companies have therefore decided to cre...

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Compagnie Léa Nature receives an award at the Trophées de la Transformation Durable

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At the end of the Sustainable Transformation Summit, organized on June 6, 2024 in Paris by Décideurs Magazine and 100 Transitions, a number of compani...

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Beiersdorf renews "Care Beyond Skin" experience

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CSR is gaining ground among manufacturers. For the second year running, Beiersdorf has organized a volunteer day for its employees. The aim was to enc...

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Isabelle Martin and Birgit Huber re-elected to head Cosmetics Europe

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On 20 June 2024, at its General Assembly, Isabelle Martin (The Estée Lauder Companies) and Birgit Huber (IKW) were both re-elected to the positions of...

Monday, June 24, 2024

Alexandra Palt appointed President of WWF France

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On 19 June 2024, the Board of Directors of the environmental organisation WWF France announced the appointment of Alexandra Palt, former CSR Director ...

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Expanscience inaugurates its new factory in Peru

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The supplier of cosmetic and pharmaceutical ingredients has just completed its second acquisition in Peru. This processing facility for plant-based ra...

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

900.care announces savings of five million plastic bottles

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To mark Environment Day on June 5 (worldwide), the cosmetics brand provided an update on its ecological commitment. Thanks to its refillable skincare ...

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Cosmetics industry boosts US economy

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According to a report published by the Personal Care Products Council, the local beauty industry makes a significant contribution to the health of the...