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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, 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...

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Laboratoires Pierre Fabre awarded Numérique Responsable label

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Committed to a more environmentally-friendly and socially responsible digital environment, the group has been awarded the highest grade of the Numériq...

Monday, June 10, 2024

Ban on PFAS: Cosmed's position

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At a time when French MPs have just approved a draft law aimed at banning PFASs, particularly in cosmetic products, and when a restriction on these sa...

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Clarins launches its first chatbot

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Meet Clara, Clarins’ new virtual assistant. The brand has just announced that it has relied on generative artificial intelligence to create a chatbot ...

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

FEBEA commits to a more sustainable industry

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One of the objectives of the French cosmetics industry is to act more virtuously. At a digital press conference broadcast on May 28, 2024, the FEBEA r...

Monday, June 3, 2024

2024 European elections: IFRA calls for a "SHIFT"

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With the 2024 European Union elections ahead, the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has published five policy recommendations and offers conc...

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Anessa launches Sunshine Project in 12 Asian countries

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The suncare brand belonging to the Shiseido group has just announced the launch of a program aimed at Asian children. Launched in China, Hong Kong, In...

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

YSL Beauty wants to help restore nature

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Committed to the fight against global warming, the L’Oréal Group brand has entered into a partnership with the NGO Re:wild to help reforest and regene...

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

The FEBEA (re)affirms that sunscreens are safe

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In its April 2024 issue, UFC Que Choisir highlighted a selection of sunscreens. According to the magazine, these products had lower protection indices...

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Beauty companies are the dream of French graduates

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Several times a year, Universum, a company specializing in employer branding, produces a ranking of the structures where students and new entrants to ...