Europe
Pharmaceutical industry challenges new wastewater rules before European Courts
The European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA) announced on Monday, March 10, its intention to challenge...
Amazon debuts brick-and-mortar beauty and personal care store in Milan, Italy
The giant online retailer has opened a “parapharmacy” in Milan, Italy. The new physical store features a range of beauty and personal...
France’s parliament votes to prohibit the use of PFAS in cosmetics
France’s parliament on Thursday, February 20, voted to limit the production and sale of some items containing PFAS, including cosmetics,...
Beauty retail: Douglas reports 5.8% rise in year-end sales
The leading prestige beauty retailer in Europe saw a 5.8% increase in sales (+5.3% like-for-like) in the last quarter of 2024, marking...
Shiseido posts net loss in 2024 amid China consumption turmoil
Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido reported a net loss of 10.8 billion yen (about USD 71 million) for 2024, mostly due to a slump in sales...
UK beauty retail to see ’notable growth and transformation’ in 2025
The UK beauty retail market will continue to develop this year, entering a transformative phase defined by dedicated and experience-led...
France sets new record for cosmetic exports, fueled by strong perfume sales
French cosmetic exports broke a new record in 2024, reaching a value of 22.5 billion euros, an annual increase of +6.8%. While France,...
Glow and sensoriality stand out among the major trends at Cosmet’Agora
A luminous complexion, a glowy effect and a quest for sensoriality are the main trends identified by Premium Beauty News among the offers...
Hair straightening: French agency confirms glyoxylic acid warning
French health authorities reiterated on Thursday, January 23, their recommendation not to use hair straightening products containing...
The Body Shop will also close its doors in Switzerland
The Body Shop adventure is coming to an end in Switzerland too! Coop, the franchise holder in the Alpine country, has decided not to...
