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Be-poles presents its Ecocert certified skincare range

site-industries-cosmetiques A bottle of water next to utensils on a shelf.

At be-poles, the creation of an object is the result of reflection on form and function. For its skincare range, the starting point was the search for a unique plant and its cleansing, invigorating and soothing virtues: eucalyptus.

This short range, comprising cleansing gel and shampoo, is already available. The moisturizing milk will be available shortly. These made-in-France cosmetics are Ecocert-certified, and the composition can be read in an instant on the label, fulfilling its purpose.

The neutral bottle, with its dispensary accents, embellishes the washroom of a restaurant, the office or the home. Its unique 500 ml format has been designed to meet all the needs of those who wish to use cosmetics with a responsible, reasoned impact.

"Specially formulated to meet Ecocert standards, the cleansing gel and shampoo lather up just right, penetrate the skin quickly and make you forget all about them. In keeping with the be-poles collection, these products focus on the essentials: the raw materials. The herbarium d'autrefoiss can be found on the bottle labels, illuminated by the studio's signature typography "the company says.

Eucalyptus was chosen in memory of Antoine Ricardou's final year of architecture studies in Australia, when he co-founded be-poles design and architecture studios, and for its familiar scent, synonymous with purity. An ephemeral pleasure that melts into all skin types. The invigorating fragrance offers immediate benefits, then fades in harmony with each individual. The formula took eighteen months to develop in a Parisian laboratory, as did its unique fragrance, created in the South of France in collaboration with a research professor at Montpellier University.

Native to Australia, the eucalyptus is a majestic tree. A force of nature that extends into its architecture. A prolific king of trees, its roots spread out to consume all the water around it, like an eternal loner. While the leaves of other trees usually carry the scent, those of the eucalyptus impregnate it right down to the bark.

The specifications had to deliver the most accurate interpretation. The full potential of the plant can be seen in the spectrum of scents. A fresh, green top note of minty eucalyptus gives way to a woody base note. The very structure of the tree reflects the studio's approach. With each new project, be-poles tells a story, unfolding a red thread from the smallest detail to the obvious. 

A new brand of sunscreen from Brittany that protects the skin and the oceans

site-industries-cosmetiques A new brand of eco-friendly Breton sunscreen next to a swimming pool.

Every year, 25,000 tonnes of sunscreen products end up in the oceans, and the chemical sunscreens used in these cosmetics have a negative impact on marine flora and fauna. The victims of this pollution are corals, ecosystems essential to marine life: they are home to 25 % of the planet's marine species and absorb wave energy, reducing coastal erosion. At the same time, plastic waste causes the death of millions of animals: by 2050, there will be more plastic than fish in the oceans.

With these facts in mind, Lucille Ealet and Allan Le Bronnec, two <24-year-old ocean-loving entrepreneurs, launched Kerbi in April 2021. Their goal? To offer more respectful suncare products that can truly meet consumers' current needs. Chemical filter-free, nanoparticle-free and eco-designed, these products have been created to protect the skin while preserving the oceans. They are natural, from composition to packaging.

Eco-responsible suncare products that protect the skin and the ocean 

Kerbi products are designed with mineral filters and no endocrine disruptors to guarantee optimum protection for users while having minimal impact on the oceans. Nanoparticles, often found in mineral filters, have been excluded from the design of Kerbi products. This is a precautionary measure, as their real impact on human health is not yet known.

After months of research, Kerbi has developed two products: a sun stick and a sun cream, both of which are vegan, water-resistant and made in France.

Kerbi's commitments:

- A quality composition: the use of mineral filters free of nanoparticles and controversial substances to combine protection against ultraviolet rays and preservation of the oceans.

- Organic and vegan products. Kerbi uses ingredients of organic and natural origin. Our creams and sticks are vegan and not tested on animals, in compliance with European regulations.

- Eco-designed packaging. Kerbi's eco-responsibility extends to its packaging, which has been designed to limit the use of petrochemical plastics. The sunscreen packaging is made from plant-based plastic made from sugar cane, which reduces CO 2 emissions by 75 %. The suntan stick, meanwhile, is packaged entirely in cardboard - a first in France for suncare products. The products are not packaged in secondary cartons.

- 100 % French manufacturing. Research, development and manufacturing of the Kerbi range take place in France, in their partner laboratory specialized in mineral sunscreens. For the brand, this is both a way of minimizing its carbon footprint and of promoting French know-how and employment.

Kerbi's co-founders are full of ideas for developing their brand. They plan to expand their range in the coming years, incorporating active ingredients with Breton connotations and designing even more eco-friendly packaging.

They also want to continue their work to preserve the oceans by raising public awareness. They recently teamed up with Blutopia, a positive, non-profit media organization that centralizes real solutions to empower citizens to take action to protect the oceans.

Eventually, Lucille and Allan would like Kerbi to become a benchmark brand in Western France, Brittany being one of the regions most affected by skin cancer in France.

Axium Packaging continues its development

Axium Packaging

Axium Packaging, which specializes in the manufacture of PET and PP jars, bottles and closures for the hygiene and beauty and food markets, is launching new investments to support the growth of its subsidiaries Acti Pack and Loire Plastic Industrie.

Historically located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, Axium Packaging has acquired a 22,000 m² industrial building located in Saint-Etienne.

This 16 million euro investment project for the Loire-based ETI will enable the two plants to be grouped together on a single site in order to support their development. The development of the site will increase the production capacity of Acti Pack and Loire Plastic Industrie by more than 15%. In addition to this expansion, their storage solutions will be extended in line with the group's strategic development.

This expansion of the two plants will be supported by the creation of new jobs at the new site in Saint-Etienne.

Already complementary in their plastic packaging offerings, Acti Pack and Loire Plastic Industrie will benefit from a merger that will strengthen their product and service offering and their development synergy.

This growth allows us to take a further step in the implementation of our CSR approach: this new proximity will strengthen our sustainable development and eco-design policy in favor of reducing the environmental impact of our packaging, standardize our code of ethics for a common ethical and sustainable business policy and strengthen the sharing of our commitments and values with all our partners.

The expansion of these two subsidiaries completes and strengthens the positioning of the Axium Packaging group, which is established in Europe with five production sites.

This project foresees the start-up of the new injection and injection blow molding production plants in December 2021 on their new site in Saint-Etienne.

Collection35, finalist of the PrettyGood contest

site-industries-cosmetiques A collection of logos featuring the word "pre good" from Collection35's finalist entry in the PrettyGood competition.

The olfactory art gallery Collection35 is one of the 10 finalists in the PrettyGood competition organized by the BusinessOféminin media, with the aim of awarding participatory financing to the best 100 % women's fashion or beauty project. 

Each year, Collection35 showcases five themed creations by budding perfumers from Corpo35, a "talent incubator and artists' workshop".

The perfumes in Collection35's catalog represent the very best of independent perfumery and creativity. They all have one thing in common: they have won over a jury of experts from the world of perfumery in the Corpo35 Perfume Award international competition.

"Revealing the perfumers of tomorrow and helping the avant-garde of perfumery to emerge: that's our mission. Collection35's raison d'êtresays competition organizer Cécile Vialla.

For more information: 
www.businessofeminin.com/appel-aux-votes-pretty-good
www.collection35.fr
And on Instagram: @corpo35 and @collection35_officiel 

A biodegradable makeup sponge

site-industries-cosmetiques A biodegradable make-up sponge by Ecotools made from Scottish fruit.

EcoTools stands out for its ability to find surprising solutions to reduce the use of plastic in make-up kits. Last year, the brand launched the first make-up brushes with a bamboo handle onto which various brushes simply clip. Cut-crease, crease, liner, lash line, halo, contouring, blush... make-up can be applied to suit every mood, with just one universal handle (one for eyes, one for complexion). 

This year, the brand is tackling another family of accessories: make-up sponges made from latex or silicone, materials that are complicated to recycle and clean (as they are nests of bacteria, we recommend changing them every three months). 

BioBlender is EcoTools' first 100 % biodegradable make-up sponge. This sponge is made from five natural ingredients: water, corn, Bionanopol (an organic molecule that makes BioBlender biodegradable and compostable), a natural preservative to prevent bacterial proliferation and a natural pigment, all certified planet-friendly, vegan and cruelty-free. Once the sponge is too damaged, simply clean it thoroughly and dispose of it in a compost bin if available, or simply in the organic waste garbage can. It will then disintegrate after 180 days, without requiring any energy input. 

Whether used wet or dry, this sponge offers, according to EcoTools, the same results as a conventional blender. "Thanks to its calibrated shape, it allows every area of the face to be worked on with extreme precision. Dermatologically tested, it is suitable for everyone, even delicate skin. Make-up, blending, biodegrading, always a dapper environment thanks to this innovation that lets us be EcoTools together for the planet!"says the brand.

Ségolène Moyrand-Gros appointed President of the Gattefossé Group

site-industries-cosmetiques A woman named Ségolène Moyrand-Gros poses for a photo.

At just 40 years of age, Ségolène Moyrand-Gros takes over the presidency of the Gattefossé family group. Representing the 5th generation, she succeeds her father Jacques Moyrand, who presided over Gattefossé for 25 years and made a major contribution to the company's development, giving it the international dimension it enjoys today.

A new page in the group's 140-year history is about to open. On May 18, 2021, the Board of Directors ratified the decision taken by father and daughter. A decision long in the making.

"After many years as President of Gattefossé, the time has come for me to take a step back. And it is with great confidence and optimism that I hand over the family torch to Ségolène, whose qualities I am well aware of. She now has the necessary skills to take charge of a mission of this scale, and she will be able to draw on the support of our management team. Her complementarity with General Manager Eduardo de Purgly makes for a solid and proven tandem. A new page opens for Gattefossé, under the sign of youth and femininity".says Jacques Moyrand, a group director who has always been close to the company.

Solid experience

With a Master's degree from ESCE International Business School, and a specialization in industrial marketing from IAE Lille, Ségolène joined the family business in 2006, after several internships in major companies. She rounded off her career with an Executive MBA at EM Lyon, which enabled her to join the Group's Board of Directors in 2013. Starting her career in international marketing, then as Group Communications Manager, she acquired in-depth knowledge of the company, its products, customers and teams. In 2019, she joins the Management Board and takes responsibility for CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) for the entire Group.

Following in her father's footsteps, but also in those of her great-grandmother Blanche Gattefossé, president of the company for 20 years, Ségolène Moyrand-Gros aims to leave her mark on the history of Gattefossé, while continuing the momentum already underway: "It is with great pride, determination and enthusiasm that I take up this position. I want to follow in the footsteps of my predecessors, whose talent and personality have made the company what it is today. Gattefossé has potential, and we're giving ourselves the means to forge a brilliant future. It's also a human adventure, as underlined by our tagline "People Make Our Name", which characterizes our company. Gattefossé's prospects are promising, and I look forward to our sustainable and responsible growth."

An opportune time for a change in governance

Despite the upheavals caused by the pandemic, the group - which has enjoyed steady growth for two decades - posted sales of 116 million euros in 2020, spread across the company's two markets, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

"We are fortunate to operate in stable, complementary markets that have been spared the crisis overall. Our strategic analysis confirms that this trend is set to continue, enabling Ségolène and I to build our collaboration under the best possible conditions. The 10 years I've spent working alongside Jacques have been a rich experience, and it's a great honour for me to continue this family adventure with Ségolène, with whom I share the same values, starting with proximity and expertise at the service of our customers: this has been the strength of Gattefossé since its creation".says Eduardo de Purgly, Group Managing Director.

Bright prospects ahead

After launching its latest cosmetic active ingredient, Elevastin, in April, whose biological efficacy was assessed using a new skin micro-tissue model developed in partnership with Lyon-based BioMeca, Gattefossé is preparing to launch three pharmaceutical products. At the same time, the group is pursuing its international expansion, and is about to start construction work on a production site in Texas. To support its development, Gattefossé plans to continue strengthening its teams, both at headquarters in the Lyon region and internationally.

Guerlain becomes a member of the UEBT association

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Created in 2007, the non-governmental organization UEBT is internationally recognized for its standard defining ethical sourcing practices for ingredients derived from biodiversity. As a member of UEBT, Maison Guerlain is committed to sourcing in a way that respects people and biodiversity. As part of this membership, we set objectives and improve our sourcing in line with the UEBT standard, both from an ethical point of view and in terms of respect for biodiversity. The fact that a luxury House like Guerlain is now following this virtuous path is a strong signal.

A commitment to social and environmental progress

Since 1828, Nature has been the source of inspiration for Guerlain products. Over time, "Preserving Biodiversity" has naturally become one of the pillars of Guerlain's commitment to sustainable development. By initiating an audit process to become a member of the UEBT, the House has taken a new step. Each of its 40 most emblematic supply chains will be audited. Like the one in Calabria, Italy, which supplies Guerlain with bergamot, mandarin or neroli, or those in Turkish Isparta and Kazanlak in Bulgaria, which supply the House with the finest Damask roses.
Sustainable development improvement plans will be deployed so that, with each supplier, each producer, Guerlain goes ever further in the ethical and ecological sourcing of its natural materials. Thanks to this continuous improvement approach, Guerlain is aiming for UEBT certification of its supply chains by 2026.

UEBT certification requires practices that respect biodiversity, reduce biodiversity loss, and protect the rights of workers and communities.

 "Raw materials have been a source of inspiration and innovation for Guerlain since the company was founded. A commitment to protecting biodiversity is therefore an obvious way of ensuring the quality and durability of our creations and expertise, while giving back to Nature what it offers us. We are delighted to take this commitment a step further with the UEBT, which enables us to align our actions with the new expectations of society and our customers, all backed by ambitious objectives. The UEBT standard covers social, ecological and economic criteria. Meeting these criteria means taking an active part in preserving the diversity of our ecosystems, while helping people all over the world to lead a dignified and healthy life". Cecile Lochard - Guerlain Sustainable Development Director.

 "It's wonderful to see such an important luxury brand expressing its commitment to ethical sourcing that respects people and biodiversity. Guerlain's commitment to improving its sourcing of nature-based ingredients in line with an internationally recognized standard puts it at the forefront of its industry. The House is thus responding to the ever-increasing expectations of today's consumers that brands should protect biodiversity as well as the communities where raw materials are grown and collected." Rik Kutsch Lojenga - UEBT Executive Director.

Feel-good active ingredients

site-industries-cosmetiques A woman who feels good with her arms outstretched at sunset.

Greentech has developed a range of natural active ingredients for skin and hair beauty and well-being, based on a psychobiological approach: Circalys, Hebelys, Expozen and Arcolys. Its credo: emotional cosmetics, a psychobiological approach for "feel good" beauty.

A feel-good beauty trend

In recent years, mental health and "self-care" have been rising trends in the cosmetics industry. Consumers want the cosmetics industry to focus not only on their beauty, but also on well-being, and claim that using beauty products helps them feel better in their daily lives, improves self-esteem and reduces feelings of stress.

A growing number of scientific studies have established a bidirectional link between the appearance of skin and hair and people's psychological state. Skin and hair are the most visible parts of our bodies and are therefore important for self-image and mental health (Chen and Lyga, 2014; Jafferany, 2007).

The skin has been shown to be a complex organ involved in multiple neuro-immuno-endocrine functions, linking skin and brain, and implicated in many skin and capillary functions (Huang and Rompolas, 2020; Nejati et al., 2013).

Psychobiology: Greentech expertise

Psychobiology has been a key expertise of Greentech R&D for many years. Its scientists are pioneers in the development of cosmetic active ingredients based on a psychobiological approach. Today, four Greentech active ingredients are based on this systemic approach, addressing different skin and hair problems, supported by articles published in international scientific journals:

- Circalys: chrono-detox - feel-good energizer to counter the effects of fatigue and modern lifestyles on skin and mood.

- Hebelys: sublimator of skin and emotions, guardian of the skin's golden age; to meet the skin and emotional needs of women of the twenty-first century. silver generation thanks to positive aging.

- Expozen: intensive soothing of discomfort - modulation of microbiota; to soothe visible and perceived signs of sensitive skin.

- Arcolys: repigmentation of gray hair; restores natural hair color and boosts self-esteem.

Start-up and large groups: the backstage of a meeting

site-industries-cosmetiques Start-ups and major groups: behind the scenes of a meeting between Robert and his coach.

French Tech by Pays de Grasse, supported by the Club des entrepreneurs du Pays de Grasse, is organizing a zoom conference in partnership with Grasse Expertise, Robertet & MyCoach: "Start-up & large groups: 'another story'".

Rendezvous: Thursday June 17, 2021 from 12pm to 1pm. Free but compulsory registration at https://www.weezevent.com/robertet-my-coach-start-up-grand-groupe-une-autre-histoire

This webinar will highlight the different facets and behind-the-scenes aspects of a human and territorial encounter. Speakers include :

  • Fabien Giausseran, Deputy Director of the Robertet Group's Fragrance Division,
  • Cédric Messina, CEO and founder of MyCoach.

The debate will be moderated by Frederick Besson, CEO and founder of Perfumist and member of the French Tech Côte d'Azur by Pays de Grasse workshop.

The two speakers will discuss the relationship between major corporations and start-ups, and talk about the different phases involved in a successful collaboration. Cédric Messina and Fabien Giausseran will look at the details that can encourage large corporations and start-ups to work together.

Using the example of the birth of Okaia, the result of a marriage between two local companies, they will share their experiences and the local dynamic that can be generated by collaboration between start-ups and major groups.

Okaia, an innovative perfume company, produces and markets exclusive fragrances for the French soccer team. The company offers a new way of conceiving perfume, creating limited-edition ephemeral fragrances sold exclusively on the internet.

The ADF&PCD and PLD Innovation Awards ceremonies will be held on June 22 and 23, 2021

Easyfairs announces that the winners of the ADF&PCD and PLD Innovation Awards will be unveiled at three separate digital ceremonies on June 22 and 23, 2021.

The ceremonies will take place on the following dates:

  • PCD Innovation Awards: June 22, 2021 from 1:00 to 2:45 p.m.
  • ADF Innovation Awards: June 22, 2021 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
  • PLD Innovation Awards: June 23, 2021 from 1:00 to 2:15 p.m.

The ADF&PCD and PLD Innovation Awards recognize the best packaging innovations and designs from international and independent brands, design agencies and packaging suppliers. 

This year marked the first edition of the PLD Innovation Awards, which celebrate the best packaging innovations and designs for wines, spirits and premium soft drinks. The PCD Innovation Awards, which celebrate packaging excellence for the fragrance, cosmetics and skincare sector, were first presented in 2001, while the ADF Innovation Awards for the aerosol and dispensing market were first presented in 2007. 

A record 160 entries were received this year! The projects were evaluated by an influential jury comprising packaging directors from major brands, leading designers and independent experts. 

Christelle Anya, Director of Content and Community at ADF&PCD and PLD Paris, comments: " This year's Innovation Awards have highlighted some incredible innovations, and the whole team is delighted to reveal the winners. As well as celebrating the creativity and ingenuity of our industry, these awards provide a real insight into the trends that are defining packaging development today, and will be essential insights for anyone looking to understand the key challenges facing the packaging supply chain in 2021."

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