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.
“Every day, new independent brands (”Indie brands”) are emerging in the cosmetics market. This trend reflects a booming sector, but it also brings with it numerous challenges, particularly in terms of regulatory compliance,“ says the FEBEA.
Its study on “indie brands” in 2004 gave the Federation a better understanding of the ecosystem surrounding these emerging brands and enabled him to identify their specific needs.
It is against this backdrop that this guide has been developed. It is intended to be a practical and accessible tool, designed to support new entrepreneurs from the very beginning, providing them with essential guidance on how to build a business that is compliant, responsible and sustainable.
It covers the key questions you need to ask yourself before setting up your own cosmetics business:
• Is my product actually a cosmetic?
• Which authorities regulate the cosmetics sector?
• Which regulations must I comply with?
• What do I need to bear in mind when manufacturing my cosmetic products?
• How should I label my product?
• What do I need to check before making a claim about my product?
• What administrative procedures do I need to complete before starting to manufacture cosmetics?
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