In a dull economic context with consumers being increasingly selective in their spending, three market research companies, IMS, IRI and NPD Group are proposing a joint survey of beauty sales (Fragrance, Make-up, Skincare) in France for each retail channel: mass food retailers, pharmacies, perfumery shops and department stores.

The 2008 edition of the survey is completed by information on sales in the hygiene segment (body hygiene, hair care, oral hygiene, and baby care) and their evolution over the three last years.