The Cosmetics Europe Annual Conference (CEAC) is a unique event organised yearly to bring together international cosmetics and personal care leaders to discuss global trends and latest industry developments. CEAC 2021 will be a fully online event.

25th March 2021 - The cosmetics and personal care industry’s priority is to manufacture products that are safe both for consumers and the environment. Cosmetics Europe shares concerns over the issue of plastic pollution and therefore considers it necessary to put the findings of the report „Zum Abschminken – Plastik in Kosmetik“ [„Better Remove your Make-up: Plastics in Cosmetics“] recently published by Greenpeace in perspective.

1st March 2021 - The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) Committees for Risk Assessment (RAC) and Socio-economic Analysis (SEAC) published today their compiled final opinion on an Annex XV dossier proposing restrictions on intentionally-added microplastics. It is an important step in the restriction process, whose outcome will have a significant impact on multiple industry sectors in Europe, and the cosmetics and personal care sector in particular. 

14th October 2020 – The European Commission published today its Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability (CSS) and the accompanying Staff Working Documents.

Cosmetics Europe shares the European Commission’s Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability overarching goal for robust chemicals policy framework that protects consumers and environment; safety is our number one concern. At the same time however, we highlight the need to ensure industry’s competitiveness and innovation capacity to deliver to the needs and expectations of consumers.

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‘Essentials for Daily Life’ explores the role of cosmetics in our daily lives.

Cosmetics Europe launches today a landmark series produced by BBC StoryWorks.

The European trade association Cosmetics Europe elected today at its 2020 General Assembly a new President and Executive Team for the 2020-2022 term of office.

The COVID-19 outbreak is impacting societies, citizens and economies in Europe and around the world. In this extraordinary crisis situation, many companies (including multinational and SMEs), along with our network of national associations, are working to ensure that safe and effective personal hygiene products essential for hand washing and cleansing are available for people in Europe.

The COVID-19 Resource Platform is a one-stop shop providing easy access to information on Cosmetics Europe activities, links to EU institutions’ statements and initiatives, updates on industry’s actions and educational guidelines.