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Regulatory

Testing – colour communication & control

X-Rite’s Lucie Matuskova discusses colour cosmetics using modern instrumental methods, covering the key elements of determining colour: people and instruments; objects and...

Brussels clears Bulgari/LVMH deal

No conditions imposed

Tooth whitener use must be controlled by dentists, says EU

Proposed Cosmetics Directive reform
Sustainability

Sustainability – environmental footprints

The environmental footprint of products is being implemented in key countries. France implemented the first major stage two years ago and all will be revealed to consumers this...

EU delays end of duty-free liquids hand luggage ban

Some airports not ready

Brazil and Argentina could lose GSP preferences for cosmetic exports to EU

Concessions to favour poorer countries

Colipa and EU develop liver test simulator

New contribution for alternative testing
Sun Care

Sun care – added benefits

Most consumers are reasonably well aware of the risks connected with sun exposure and sun care manufacturers are getting more creative and developing products boasting...

Brussels admits framing nano-law will be tough

Lack of scientific definition and differing opinions still a hurdle
Distribution

Sun care technology – bright ideas

While regulatory hurdles may slow the development of new UV filters, there is no shortage of innovation in sun care formulation. Julian Hewitt examines the background and...
Regulatory

Nanotechnology – keeping cosmetics out of the courtroom

Nanotechnology has much to offer cosmetics but the technology and its safety are under constant review. Lori McGroder assesses the current legal situation in Europe and the US...

Unilever sells Sanex to Colgate-Palmolive for €672m

Acquires Colgate-Palmolive’s laundry brands in Columbia

First certified reference material for nanoparticle size analysis

Promises to improve comparability of measurements worldwide

French consumer authorities spot dangerous cosmetics

Banned ingredients hydroquinone and clobetasol highlighted

European Commission follows IFRA’s example by banning Musk xylene

Fragrance material banned due to its potential effects on the environment

New laser marking system targets counterfeiting

EU funded packaging technology recommended for cosmetics

RSPCA and BUAV call on Europe to not delay 2013 animal testing ban

Lack of validated and accepted alternatives still making waves

CIT joins ScreenTox toxicology project

Colipa co-funded project aims to find toxicology testing alternatives

European Commission approves BASF’s acquisition of Cognis

But BASF must divest certain Cognis assets

Brussels threatens legal action over mixtures directive

France, Italy, Luxembourg and Slovenia have failed to update their chemical laws

Brussels clears Unilever purchase of Sara Lee household and body care

But Sanex brand must be sold off to maintain competition

Trilateral consumer safety deal struck

China, the US and the EU to work more closely to improve consumer product safety

Consumer group points to nanoproduct boom ahead of regulation

While consumer group voices concern, study suggests nanomaterial safety

LGC adds nanotechnology to list of reference materials

New references to aid evaluation of nanomaterials

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  1. L'Oréal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus’ 2025 pay revealed The top boss of the French beauty goliath pulled in double-digit millions in pay in 2025, with Hieronimus having served as CEO of L’Oréal Groupe since May 2021
  2. LVMH’s Sephora and Benefit investigated by Italian watchdog over marketing cosmetics to children The beauty retailer and make-up brand, both owned by LVMH, are under investigation by Italy’s AGCM over possible ‘unfair commercial practices’ of marketing adult products to children and adolescents
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    Olaplex to Salt & Stone: All the beauty M&A deals of 2026 so far Estée Lauder Companies, Henkel, and Procter & Gamble are among the beauty giants bolstering their portfolio with acquisitions such as Forest Essentials, Olaplex and Wonderbelly in a busy start to the year for beauty M&A
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    It’s complicated: Estée Lauder Companies and Puig’s relationship status if they enter this merger The news that Estée Lauder Companies is in ‘discussions’ with Puig around a potential merger has shaken the beauty industry, but could this mega deal be mutually beneficial, or will it dilute what makes both organisations unique? CB investigates

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