New French regulations removing persistent chemicals from cosmetics have come into force this week, following parliamentary approval in February 2025. The measures restrict substances linked to long-term health and environmental risks, protect consumers and push the beauty industry toward safer formulations nationwide.
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Les nouvelles règles françaises sur les cosmétiques entrent en vigueur

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Adoptées par le Parlement en février 2025, les nouvelles mesures françaises visant à retirer des substances chimiques persistantes des cosmétiques sont entrées en vigueur cette semaine. Elles renforcent la protection des consommateurs et encouragent des formulations plus sûres pour l’environnement.

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