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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 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 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 25, 2022
Origins is committed to fighting deforestationSubscribers only
On the occasion of Earth Month, the cosmetics brand reaffirmed its commitment to environmental preservation. For over ten years, Origins has been work...
Monday, April 25, 2022
Sustainability: Yves Saint Laurent beauty makes its contributionSubscribers only
Who said that luxury was not virtuous? The premium cosmetics brand has just announced its new sustainable development plan created in collaboration wi...
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Environment: Weleda wants to protect the soilSubscribers only
The natural cosmetics brand has just launched its Save Earth’s Skin movement. The objective is to treat the soil without aggressive products, to culti...
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Beiersdorf launches the first skin care product containing recycled CO2Subscribers only
Beiersdorf has just announced that it has successfully integrated recycled CO2 into one of its formulas. After being collected and processed, the CO2 ...
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
Polemic around microplastics in cosmeticsSubscribers only
On 7 April 2022, the NGO “Plastic Soup Foundation” published a report denouncing the presence of microplastics in 87% of cosmetic products from the 10...
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
12 Business France White Papers on exporting to AsiaSubscribers only
Business France has just put 12 White Papers online for French companies wishing to enter the various countries in the Asian zone. Market data, analys...
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
Marionnaud expands into the Chinese marketSubscribers only
To meet the growing demand for luxury beauty products in China, Marionnaud opened five new O+O (Offline + Online) shops in Shanghai, Wuhan, Xian and C...
Tuesday, April 12, 2022
A recent study to confirm the effectiveness and safety of organic sunscreensSubscribers only
The effectiveness, SPF level and safety of organic sunscreen products, based on mineral screens (Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide), are regularly quest...
Tuesday, April 12, 2022
Revieve and Shiseido enter the digital makeup consulting businessSubscribers only
Revieve, a specialist in personalised digital brand experiences using artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR), has announced a new par...
Monday, April 11, 2022
Solvay-P&G partnership to boost sustainable guar production in IndiaSubscribers only
Solvay, a global supplier of naturally-derived polymers for beauty care formulations, has announced that P&G Beauty has joined its Sustainable Gua...
Monday, April 11, 2022
Stéphanie Lumbers takes over the Sustainable Development Department at FEBEASubscribers only
The FEBEA (French Federation of Beauty Companies) is strengthening its expertise and services in the field of ecological transition with the arrival o...
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Business France launches the 2nd edition of the French Beauty Booster ChinaSubscribers only
Business France has just announced the launch of the 2nd edition of the French Beauty Booster China, a comprehensive five-month programme for cosmetic...
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