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International

Miriam Mora

The European Union and India seal a historic trade agreement, what does this mean for the cosmetics sector?

The reduction of trade barriers between the European Union and India could boost the export potential of the Spanish cosmetics industry

Commercial agreement between India and European Union

Appointments

NielsenIQ appoints Nacho San Martín as new General Manager for Iberia

After a prolific career abroad in markets such as the Middle East, Africa, and India, San Martín returns to Spain to drive innovation and support the evolution of retail in the Iberian Peninsula

Economy and sector

Roka Furadada closes a €2.3 million funding round to expand its technological development and international expansion

Specializing in next-generation sustainable sun filters, the Barcelona-based deeptech company will use the investment to accelerate the development of new cosmetic assets and strengthen its presence in international markets

Economy and sector

BASF redefines its financial roadmap in 2025

Lower sales and operating profitability, but more cash and increased net profit thanks to strategic adjustments

Topical

Joan Pere Jiménez takes over as CEO of Eurofragance

With over a decade of experience at the company and a solid international track record, Joan Pere Jiménez begins a new phase at the helm of the multinational fragrance company

Sara Jiménez Garcia

The Paradox of Beauty

Irene Salido

TikTok Shop Spain: A Year in Review

Abraham Pablos

Towards more sustainable cosmetics in 2026: the sector's commitment and the role of ecological certifications

Topical

Acofarma renews the GMP certificate that guarantees the quality of its raw materials

Acofarma has obtained the renewal of its Good Manufacturing Practices compliance certificate, a recognition that guarantees its adequate quality system in the fractionation and distribution of raw materials

Economy and sector

The beauty channel, driver of retail and perfumery consumption growth in 2025

Cosmetics are no longer seen as a mere whim and are increasingly perceived as an investment in health, well-being, and lifestyle

Topical

Quimivita receives the second prize for the best cosmetic formula for Skin Care at Cosmetagora 2026

The formula "INFINITE ESSENCE - FREEDOM TO BE YOU" has been awarded at Cosmetagora and is the second best cosmetic formula in the Skin Care/Hygiene category at Cosmetagora

Appointments

Provital strengthens its core team to drive commercial excellence and global innovation

The headquarters team includes Rubí Zamudio, who takes on the position of Sales Operations Manager, along with Anna Balaguer in Global Beauty Trends, Siham Bouhrir in Marketing, and Maika González in Customer Care

Topical

Lluch Essence acquires 100% of Feels SAS

The incorporation of FEELS reinforces the Contract Manufacturing division and expands Lluch Essence's industrial capabilities while driving its international expansion

Topical

Samsara, the pioneering eyebrow company in Latin America with €4.5M in revenue, lands in Madrid

The company specializing in eyebrows and eyelashes opens three operational centers in the Spanish capital, for which it has invested one million euros

Sustainability

Sustainability in cosmetics becomes a regulatory framework

The regulation introduces structural changes that directly affect the design, material selection, and communication of packaging

Opinion

Abraham Pablos

Towards more sustainable cosmetics in 2026: the sector's commitment and the role of ecological certifications

COSMOS has established itself as one of the most internationally recognized labels. Its strength lies in a unified regulatory framework that covers the entire value chain

Digitization

The Digital Beauty Awards 2026 open for entries: the fifth edition bets on AI, influencers, and digital innovation in the beauty sector

Registration is now open and will remain active until February 28

Digitization

OpenAI prepares the launch of ChatGPT Health

More than 200 million people have asked questions about their health and well-being each week

Opinion

Irene Salido

TikTok Shop Spain: A Year in Review

Trends

EMSA Esencias Moles defines the six olfactory trends that will mark Spring/Summer 2026

The company identifies six major creative axes that will mark the next season: sophisticated freshness, functional aromatherapy, light gourmand, modern florals, sustainability, and personalization

Trends

Bodycare redefines its role in the Spanish market

Mintel points to skinification, sustainability, and personalization as the main drivers of evolution in the category

Trends

Eurofragance anticipates the most sensorial winter with three trends that inspire new fine perfumery

Winter Sunset, Statement Red, and Dust Brown make up the season's narrative, transforming winter colors into creamy and tropical compositions, lacquered red notes, and toasted gourmand nuances

Trends

2 out of 3 online shoppers from Generation Z use AI as a recommender in their purchases

IAB and Elogia Pharma have focused this new edition on the impact of Artificial Intelligence and assure that consumers distrust Black Friday prices

Black Friday desenchanted to the consumers

Trends

E-commerce continues to grow on the eve of Black Friday

NielsenIQ registers a new e-commerce surge just two weeks before Black Friday, the golden week for e-commerce and marketplaces

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International

Pat McGrath Labs initiates judicial restructuring process and postpones asset sale

The procedure initiated by Pat McGrath Labs does not involve the closure of the company or the immediate cessation of its activity; it can continue manufacturing, marketing, and distributing its products while negotiating new terms with suppliers

International

L'Oréal bets on artificial intelligence: 383 million euros for an AI hub in India

This new hub was officially presented this week during the World Economic Forum in Davos

International

MANE levels up its sensory research with the acquisition of ChemoSensoryx

ChemoSensoryx is a firm specializing in studying how olfactory, gustatory, and trigeminal receptors work

International

France launches one of the world's most ambitious laws against "forever chemicals" and bans PFAS in cosmetics and textiles

France has enacted a historic ban on the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known internationally as "forever chemicals" for their persistence in the environment, in consumer products with alternatives

France againts PFA in cosmetics and fashion products

Topical

French fragrance manufacturer Mane expands its production capacity in China

This expansion project has an investment of 81 million euros and seeks to strengthen Mane's industrial capacity in China

International

Muhammad Escudero

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The European Union and India seal a historic trade agreement, what does this mean for the cosmetics sector?

NielsenIQ appoints Nacho San Martín as new General Manager for Iberia

Roka Furadada closes a €2.3 million funding round to expand its technological development and international expansion

BASF redefines its financial roadmap in 2025

Joan Pere Jiménez takes over as CEO of Eurofragance

The Paradox of Beauty

TikTok Shop Spain: A Year in Review

Towards more sustainable cosmetics in 2026: the sector's commitment and the role of ecological certifications

Acofarma renews the GMP certificate that guarantees the quality of its raw materials

The beauty channel, driver of retail and perfumery consumption growth in 2025

Quimivita receives the second prize for the best cosmetic formula for Skin Care at Cosmetagora 2026

Provital strengthens its core team to drive commercial excellence and global innovation

Lluch Essence acquires 100% of Feels SAS

Samsara, the pioneering eyebrow company in Latin America with €4.5M in revenue, lands in Madrid

Sustainability in cosmetics becomes a regulatory framework

Towards more sustainable cosmetics in 2026: the sector's commitment and the role of ecological certifications

The Digital Beauty Awards 2026 open for entries: the fifth edition bets on AI, influencers, and digital innovation in the beauty sector

OpenAI prepares the launch of ChatGPT Health

TikTok Shop Spain: A Year in Review

EMSA Esencias Moles defines the six olfactory trends that will mark Spring/Summer 2026

Bodycare redefines its role in the Spanish market

Eurofragance anticipates the most sensorial winter with three trends that inspire new fine perfumery

2 out of 3 online shoppers from Generation Z use AI as a recommender in their purchases

E-commerce continues to grow on the eve of Black Friday

Pat McGrath Labs initiates judicial restructuring process and postpones asset sale

L'Oréal bets on artificial intelligence: 383 million euros for an AI hub in India

MANE levels up its sensory research with the acquisition of ChemoSensoryx

France launches one of the world's most ambitious laws against "forever chemicals" and bans PFAS in cosmetics and textiles

French fragrance manufacturer Mane expands its production capacity in China

Halal Certification: How to Pave Your Way into Strategic Markets

Montibello relaunches its Arûde range, introducing SkinFit-Tech technology

An elegant panstick for a superior makeup experience

Montibello kicks off 2026 with a new brand identity

Abitach System: the "Made in Spain" secret for luminous, even, and blemish-free skin

Special Chemicals presents its new range of plant-based pure PDRN

Eyelid Emollient: intensive eye contour hydration

Salerm Cosmetics launches Wheat Nutrition, the new Hair Lab line

Medik8 Launches Niacinamide Peptides