Europe
Consumers in Asia and Europe think sustainable goods are too pricey
Contrary to popular belief, Asian consumers, particularly in emerging countries, are increasingly sensitive to environmental issues....
Sophim extends its partnership with Nordmann to cover Switzerland
Sophim carries on with the transformation and strengthening of their international distribution network. The Provence-based company has...
CPL Aromas acquires Global Fragrances Labs in Spain
The UK-headquartered fragrance house has acquired Global Fragrances Labs (GFL) in Spain and their entire operations in El Prat de...
EU industry calls for a swift ratification of the agreement with Mercosur
Cosmetics Europe, Cefic and a coalition of 17 other business associations representing different European industrial sectors call for a...
French industry speaks up for octocrylene as health agency calls for a ban
French health agency (ANSES) has recommended that the government ban the use of octocrylene in sunscreen products because of its effects...
Boots to shut 300 stores across UK over the next year despite strong growth
Despite posting strong sales over the latest quarter, British health and beauty retail chain intends to continue cutting store numbers in...
Laneige, Amorepacific’s spearhead for global growth
Recently launched in the United Kingdom and the Middle East, the premium skincare brand is the main pillar of the Korean beauty giant’s...
“Industry is not looking for loopholes,” says CTPA about ban on animal testing
A recent ruling from UK’s High Court created suspicion among animal rights activists and NGOs that the country could change its policy on...
EU REACH Committee votes to ban microplastics from most daily life products
The representatives of the EU member states in the REACH Committee have voted to adopt a European Commission’s proposal to restrict...
After two years of renovation, Sothys reopens on Faubourg Saint-Honoré in Paris
The mythical Institut Sothys at 128 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris 8e, reopened its doors on 30 March after two years of renovation....
