A veritable showcase on a human scale, the CFIC (Carrefour des fournisseurs de l'industrie cosmétique, December 3 and 4, 2024 in Orléans) brings together the entire value chain: ingredients, packaging, digital solutions and services, materials and equipment, and brings together all the know-how, skills, expertise and solutions for the cosmetics industry.
Dedicated to the sector's major transitions - energy, environmental, digital, technological and societal - the event offers participants the chance to discover new products, trends and innovations that will help them develop their business and sustainably transform their industry.
Some 150 exhibitors will be present, with more than 25 % of them showcasing innovations.
And because CFIC is all about inspiration, it will also be an opportunity to exchange views with committed personalities such as :
Corinne Lepage, founding partner of Huglo Lepage Avocats and former French Minister for the Environment,
Patrice Clot, co-founder of Trash Spotter,
Coraline Petit, marine biodiversity and economic consultant Respect Ocean
Karin Valentini, Program Director at The Camp,
Gisléne Da silva, eco-efficient production and eco-design innovation manager, InnovAlliance,
Cédric Perben, Project Manager France Eastman,
Paul-Henry Carli, Global Market Development Manager | Circular Economy & Sustainability | Cosmetics & Personal Care Packaging Eastman,
Leila Falcao PhD, Inaturals CEO/Founder - Phénix en Provence CEO/CO-founder
On December 3 and 4, 2024, at the CFIC (Carrefour des fournisseurs de l'industrie cosmétique) in Orléans, players in the cosmetics industry will gather to discover the innovations shaping the future of the sector. At the CFIC Awards, four of them were recognized for their commitment and exemplary solutions.
In the "Next-generation solutions and services" category, Helioscience was rewarded for its ecotoxicity tests on coral. The company offers an innovative, coral-friendly method for assessing the environmental impact of cosmetic formulas.
Advanced Track & Trace's GhostSEAL technology wins in the "Packagings and packaging of the future" category. GhostSEAL is a patented digital watermarking technology that discreetly integrates informative motifs into physical media (packaging, labels) to combat the grey market.
In the "Industrial Supplies and Equipment" category, Osmose won first prize for its Scent-Box, a mobile olfactory mini-cabin combining technological innovation and energy efficiency, ideal for laboratory fragrance testing.
Py'still has been awarded for its Hamamelis concentrated hydrosol [10:1] in the "Ingredients with environmental and social added value" category. This is a sustainable, organic production with a 100 % renewable energy mix, reducing CO₂ emissions.
Some 24 products and services were in the running for this second edition of the competition. The awards ceremony will take place at the show on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 5pm (conference room).
CFIC (Carrefour des fournisseurs de l'industrie cosmétique) will be held in Orléans on December 3 and 4, 2024. On this occasion, Rémi Camus, French adventurer and explorer, will be on hand to chat with participants.
Rémi Camus is a French adventurer and explorer born on July 17, 1985, from Bourges, in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. A former maître d'hôtel, he decided to embark on an adventure after reading Jamel Balhi's book about his crossing of the Americas on a run, entitled "Au cœur des Amériques".
Inspired by this reading, Rémi decided to change his life and become an adventurer. In 2011, Rémi Camus took on his first major challenge, running across Australia, covering some 5,400 kilometers in 100 days. During this expedition, he discovered the scarcity of water in the country's arid regions, reinforcing his commitment to water access issues.
Between 2013 and 2014, he hydrospeeded down the Mekong, covering 4400 kilometers from Tibet to Vietnam. The aim of this expedition was to raise awareness of the issues surrounding access to drinking water and to observe the different environmental conditions along the river. In 2018, he undertakes a swimming tour of France, a project that enables him to raise public awareness of environmental issues and the importance of preserving water resources. In 2023, he will carry out a sporting, educational and scientific expedition in collaboration with Grenoble University Hospital and the Wessling laboratory. This crossing from Calvi to Monaco once again illustrates his commitment to extreme challenges and environmental awareness, as well as his involvement in scientific research.
Rémi Camus continues to inspire through his adventures and commitment to global causes, sharing his experiences and knowledge of survival and the environment through various educational and awareness-raising projects...
"L'océan boit la tasse!" is the talk he'll be giving at CFIC on Wednesday December 4 at 10:45 am.
Amoéba, a French greentech specializing in the development of natural microbiological solutions, has announced the publication in the special issue of " Skin Anti-Aging Strategies "A scientific article on Willaertia lysate was published in the journal Cosmetics (MDPI group).
This article presents, for the first time to the international scientific community, the efficacy of Willaertia lysate on healing, pigmentation, as well as markers of intrinsic age-related aging and extrinsic aging caused by UV exposure. A patent has been filed to protect this innovation.
Amoéba reports that scientific data show a stimulation of specific genes associated with ageing, as well as an increase in the synthesis of skin markers such as collagen and hyaluronic acid in the dermis, epidermis and dermal-epidermal junction. We also observed an acceleration of wound healing by stimulating cell renewal, as well as regulation of skin pigmentation by reducing tyrosine kinase activity and melanin content. A reduction in markers of oxidative stress, one of the main causes of skin ageing, is also one of the notable results highlighted by Amoéba. These data were mainly obtained in tests carried out by independent specialized laboratories.
The results indicate that Willaertia lysate, a naturally-occurring postbiotic initially isolated from the hydrobiome of the Aix-les-Bains thermal waters, helps to improve healing, reduce pigmentation and attenuate the damaging effects of oxidative stress and the signs of skin aging. All these properties are in line with the current trend in the cosmetics market towards "ageing well" and longevity using natural, non-invasive methods.
"This first scientific paper in the field of cosmetics, on the efficacy of our Willaertia lysate against several signs of aging, is recognition on an international scale. These results were presented at the 15th "Skin Ageing & Challenges" conference on November 6, 2024. The data collected confirms the strong potential of Willaertia lysate as a cosmetic ingredient. We have also carried out a clinical test to confirm these results, which will be the subject of a future scientific publication."says Sandrine Troussieux, Amoéba's Scientific Director.
Founded in 2010, Amoéba is based in Chassieu, near Lyon. The company's ambition is to become a major player in the treatment of microbiological risk in the plant protection and cosmetics sectors.
This question is at the heart of all our reflections and strategies!
Keen to support manufacturers in their quest for a greener industry that is more respectful of our planet, the organizers of CFIC, the Carrefour des fournisseurs de l'industrie cosmétique - to be held in Orléans on December 3 and 4, 2024 - are offering several dedicated highlights during the event.
Low-carbon" collaborative workshop: registration now open!
A 1.5-hour workshop led by Wecount, an expert in decarbonizing cosmetics companies and a CFIC exhibitor, will enable participants to calculate the carbon footprint of cosmetics products and identify ways to reduce it during an immersive workshop.... "Alone we go faster, together we go further!" To register
Also to be discovered: innovations, trends and strategic know-how for developing your business and transforming your company over the long term. To discover innovations.
A subsidiary of TriMas Corporation, TriMas Packaging is reshuffling the deck in the perfumery pump market, while continuing to innovate with its flagship "large dose" pumps.
TriMas Packaging presented its latest innovations in beauty and cosmetics packaging at Beautyworld Middle East 2024, held in Dubai on October 28, 29 and 30, 2024. With its Rieke, Aarts Packaging, Affaba & Ferrari, Taplast and Rapak brands, the company was able to showcase its latest advances and sustainable solutions for the beauty, cosmetics and personal care markets, in particular its portfolio of high-end perfume pumps and closures.
For two years now, TriMas Packaging has been making a strategic shift. Considered more as a specialist in the production of "large dose" closures and pumps for a wide variety of sectors, the division of the American TriMas group decided to invest heavily in the luxury sector, focusing on the beauty and personal care segments.
"Our acquisition strategy is in line with our current strategy: to diversify our business into the beauty segment, taking into account market expectations in terms of premiumization, upmarket positioning and the expected increase in product added value, say TriMas Packaging managers. The acquisition, in 2023, of Dutch company Aarts Packaging is part of this strategy. Aarts Packaging specializes in injection molding for the cosmetics, medical and food industries. In particular, the company manufactures high-end perfume closures and make-up cases for customers in the beauty and luxury sectors. Its major strengths are its ability to automate production, which runs 24 hours a day, with few employees, and its in-house mold making."
Diversification into fragrance pumps
With this new facility, TriMas Packaging intends to position itself against major competitors such as Aptar and Silgan Dispensing Systems, with new-generation fragrance pumps. "We sell a lot of fragrance pumps in the United States and Brazil. Today, they are manufactured by an Asian partner. After analyzing the market, we decided to set up production in Europe", explains Hervé Bichon, Vice President Sales, Beauty & Dispensing Systems at Aptar. TriMas Packaging.
The dedicated perfumery pumps - available in crimp, snap-on and screw-in versions, with different types of push-button - will be produced at the Aarts Packaging site, with an annual production capacity of 100 million units.
"At the end of 2024, we will start with assembly. Next year, injection and pump motor manufacturing will also be integrated. The main market players are currently approving these new pumps. Industrial trials are even being carried out at some of our customers' sites. This is a major step for us: we're moving from a company that manufactures "large dose" pumps to one capable of manufacturing micro-dose pumps for the beauty sector".stresses Hervé Bichon.
"We are well positioned to be one of the three major producers of this type of pump in Europe. Customers are delighted to see us enter this market".says Stéphane Frémiot, European Sales Director, Beauty & Distribution Systems Division.
Innovative, environmentally-friendly products
In addition to this major project, innovation and sustainable development remain TriMas Packaging's key development priorities. For pumps, pushers and screw rings can, for example, be made from recycled materials to meet growing market demand. Closure elements such as flip-top caps can be made from 100 recycled %.
What about recyclability? TriMas Packaging, for example, has launched a new range of single-material, all-PP or all-PE pumps. Intended for lotions, available in 2 cc and soon 4 cc versions, the Singolo dispenser pump offers consumers, according to TriMas Packaging, excellent dispensing performance while allowing recycling after use. This innovative product has been awarded an "A" rating by RecyClass, an inter-professional initiative to promote the recyclability and traceability of plastic packaging in Europe.
"The challenge is to strike the right balance between a pump that is not too hard and one that rises correctly even when used for a thousand doses, for example. TriMas Packaging pumps are now tested for up to 3,000 doses, and must be able to function after several refills. The Singolo 2 cc works well up to 3000 doses, depending on product viscosity, underlines Hervé Bichon, before adding that it can also be customized.
Specific plunger, PCR, ring adapted to the vial... it's all possible. Manufactured in Vietnam (to benefit from duty-free status) - in a factory soon to be replaced by a larger production unit - it will be available very soon.
The company has also produced a "foam pump" in China, made entirely of plastic, with a butterfly-shaped "butterfly" spring.
"We're in a market where constant innovation is essential if our customers are to benefit from a source of differentiation from their competitors. In addition to standard products, we are designing more and more specific products. To this end, we are currently recruiting pump and closure specialists with project management skills to support our customers.concludes Hervé Bichon.
TriMas Packaging, at a glance
TriMas Corporation (sales of 900 M$ in 2024, 3,400 employees in 13 countries), headquartered in Bloomfield Hill, Michigan, USA, manufactures a diversified range of products primarily for the consumer products, aerospace and industrial markets. Within the group, TriMas Packaging designs and manufactures dispensing, closure and flexible packaging solutions for the cosmetics, food, household, pharmaceutical and agricultural markets. With some 2,200 employees at 26 sites worldwide, TriMas Corporation's packaging division offers innovative solutions and services for distributing, transporting and storing its customers' products through its multiple brands. Over the past 35 years, the TriMas Group has steadily strengthened its position in the packaging sector. After the takeover of Rieke, Plastic Srl and Taplast were acquired in 2019, followed by Rapak and Affaba & Ferrari in 2020, Omega Plastics in 2021, Intertech in 2022 and Aarts Packaging in 2023. European pump production units are located in Italy, Slovakia, the UK and the Netherlands, with additional plants in the USA, Mexico and China. In Vietnam, at Hô Chi Minh, the current plant will be replaced by a new, larger and more modern production site, scheduled to open in 2025.
In a world where everything is changing, there's no room for standing still. Today, we need to rethink, transform and innovate. And transitions - whether environmental, energy-related or digital - are as many challenges as they are opportunities for companies ready to reinvent themselves.
That's why innovations are rewarded at the CFIC Awards!
The CFIC Awards are a strategic tool for identifying visionary suppliers, meeting future partners and uncovering new industry trends.
More than 25 % exhibitors have innovations to present at CFIC (Carrefour des fournisseurs de l'industrie cosmétique), to be held in Orléans on December 3 and 4, 2024.
A genuine selection tool, the "CFIC Awards" offer a reading of exhibitors' offerings across three spectrums: innovation, the four universes of the value chain (equipment, supplies, services, ingredients, packaging) and environmental transition.
New facilities in Bombay inaugurated on November 15, 2024: Gattefossé invests in India to support growth in a key market for the Group's business development.
In India, the boom in the pharmaceutical sector - driven by government support and a strong commitment to scientific innovation - and the growth of the beauty and cosmetics market offer numerous opportunities for local and international companies.
"We recognize India's leading role in the global market for generic and super-generic medicines, as well as its status as an export hub to key regions such as the USA and Europe. With its strong science and technology base and vast talent pool, India is ideally positioned to forge strategic partnerships with international companies.India also plays a central role in manufacturing, R&D and clinical trials. Furthermore, in the booming cosmetics market, where demand for multifunctional, biodegradable products is constantly increasing, Gattefossé stands out for its innovative ingredients and lipid-based solutions offering proven benefits. We are committed to helping brands meet changing consumer expectations, particularly in the dynamic Asia-Pacific region.says Eduardo de Purgly, Managing Director of the Gattefossé Group.
A new, bigger and better state-of-the-art applications laboratory
Gattefossé has a local technical center with laboratories dedicated to pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. The mission of the "Technical Center
d'excellence" officially inaugurated on November 15, 2024: meeting customer needs on a local, regional and global scale by developing innovative applications for Gattefossé excipients.
The projects carried out in this laboratory aim to offer concrete support to customers, helping them to solve their formulation challenges and offering practical guides for the optimal use of excipients.
In pharmaceuticals, this FDA-accredited laboratory (Food Drug Administration) focuses on sustained-release formulations, improved bioavailability and topical applications. In cosmetics, it develops cosmetic products and specific formulas for skin care, hair care, sun care and make-up corresponding to local needs and trends.
Workshops, lipid training courses and seminars are regularly organized by Gattefossé experts to share their knowledge.
"Our Technical Center of Excellence reflects our commitment to innovation and to meeting the complex requirements of the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. We work closely with our customers, whether to develop prototypes of generic and super-generic formulations or to improve prescribed cosmetic products, emphasizesSunil Bambarkar, Managing Director, Gattefossé India. We are convinced that, thanks to our sustained growth and the commitment of our team of highly qualified professionals, we [Gattefossé India] will continue to develop. Together, we will strengthen our support, not only for the evolving Indian market, but also for other subsidiaries around the world."
Certified sustainable premises
Gattefossé India's new facilities, designed according to sustainable principles, have been awarded Platinum certification by the IGBC (Indian Green Building Council) certification, rewarding their energy efficiency and responsible management of resources and waste. They are also Well-certified, in recognition of their efforts to improve the health and well-being of occupants through criteria such as air quality, lighting and indoor environmental comfort.
Gattefossé's construction project is part of a long-term growth strategy aligned with its CSR approach, Gatt'Up & Act, which aims to respond sustainably to the needs of the environment and the market.
CFIC (Carrefour des fournisseurs de l'industrie cosmétique) will be held in Orléans on December 3 and 4, 2024.
Other business sectors, consumer expectations, climate change, the animal world, the plant world... sources of inspiration are everywhere! CFIC conferences are a unique opportunity to explore these transitions through the eyes and experiences of people outside the cosmetics industry.
The aim? To open up the chakras, inspire participants, give rise to different ways of thinking, and why not discover a different way of approaching the changes that are taking place, or even offering themselves to the industry...
This year's line-up includes :
To renew ourselves, it's essential to be open to what's going on around us!
Plastic-free and made entirely from high-quality FSC paper and cardboard, the Advent calendar designed by Pure Trade for Armani Beauty is designed to be kept and reused.
Its rigid structure is made up of two doors that open thanks to an ingenious locking system. It consists of a ring attached to the first flap, into which a round gold monogrammed piece, attached to the second flap, fits. The box's Armani red-tinted lining paper is hot-stamped with a delicate "landscape" of raised gold pearls.
The interior with rigid dividers reveals 24 drawers with handles in lyocell (Tencel), a textile material made from cellulose (wood pulp), which hold eight full-size products, 15 miniatures and a gift accessory.
Exceptional gift boxes
A manufacturer of promotional products and packaging for leading luxury and cosmetics brands, Pure Trade has also produced the Armani Privé Les Eaux Holiday discovery box, featuring five 7.5-ml bottles of the brand's iconic fragrances, and the Armani Privé Thé Yulong Holiday box, comprising a 100-ml perfume, a 7.5-ml perfume and a 50-g hand soap.
These two gift boxes, also devoid of plastic, are made of FSC cardboard covered with intense black microembossed paper and hot-stamped in gold, using the same gold bead motif. A cardboard brand logo plate marks these two sophisticated constructions. The first has been designed as a cloche box with a cardboard retainer. The second features two triangular, hinged paper flaps that overlap. A black cardboard wedge holds the products inside.
