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Use of sunscreen: the battle is not (yet) wonSubscribers only

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 continuesSubscribers only

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 VISubscribers only

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 pilotingSubscribers only

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 FEBEASubscribers only

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.
Monday, April 29, 2024
Simplification law: not so simple, says FEBEASubscribers only
On 24 April 2024, the French government presented its “Simplification” action plan. 52 measures to reduce the administrative burden on businesses, but...
Monday, April 29, 2024
An "Allergens" Memento from CosmedSubscribers only
It has already been published for almost a year, but Regulation 2023/1545, which sets out the list of “new” allergens that must be mentioned on labell...
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Dove says no to artificial intelligence in its advertising campaignsSubscribers only
The cosmetics brand that campaigns for self-esteem has just unveiled its new crusade. In its latest commercial, Dove US said it did not want to integr...
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
The Body Shop France placed in receivership in FranceSubscribers only
Two scenarios were possible for the brand’s French branch. On Thursday April 4, 2024, the Commercial Court decided to put the company into receivershi...
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Gilles Droit elected Chairman of the FEBEA Federal Board of DirectorsSubscribers only
At the FEBEA General Assembly, held in Paris on April 4, 2024, Gilles Droit was elected by members as Chairman of the Federal Board of Directors.
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Clariant completes acquisition of Lucas Meyer CosmeticsSubscribers only
Clariant (supplier of raw materials for various industries, including cosmetics), has just announced the completion of its $810 million acquisition of...
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Biotech: DSM-Firmenich announces partnership with Interstellar LabSubscribers only
In its quest for ever more sustainable ingredients, the supplier of fragrance raw materials (for the food and cosmetics sectors, in particular) is col...
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Julien Schneider appointed General Manager France for L'Occitane en ProvenceSubscribers only
New organizational chart for the French cosmetics brand. Digital expert Julien Schneider has been promoted to this position to help L’Occitane en Prov...
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
A consortium to defend OctocryleneSubscribers only
In response to the “Annex XV” (REACH) restriction dossier currently being prepared by the French Anses, Cosmetics Europe has just launched a call for ...
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
The Body Shop France files for bankruptcySubscribers only
After the parent company and the various international subsidiaries, it’s now the turn of the French branch to announce that it is filing for bankrupt...
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
TechnicoFlor steps up its international expansionSubscribers only
The French fragrance house has just announced the opening of two new factories (in China and Indonesia), a subsidiary in Vietnam and offices in Bangko...
Monday, March 25, 2024
Water efficiency: a Guide to good practice from the FEBEASubscribers only
To mark World Water Day (which took place on Friday 22 March), the FEBEA (French Federation of Beauty Companies) has published an industry guide to be...
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