Colipa changes its name to Cosmetics Europe

The name change comes at a time when the European cosmetics industry represents one-third of the global market, across the entire range of personal care products. In Europe this innovative industry employs a total of 1.7 million people either directly or indirectly, including about 17,000 scientists. “Cosmetics Europe – The Personal Care Association” works with 18 multinational companies, 27 national associations and 4000 SMEs to ensure that the industry provides European consumers with safe, innovative and effective products.

The President of Cosmetics Europe, Fabio Franchina, said: “The European cosmetics industry is a fundamental driver of innovation. Our industry has responded effectively to new challenges in a globalised market. ‘Cosmetics Europe – The Personal Care Association’ will continue to work with our member companies and associations to enable our industry to thrive and in order to maintain an effective dialogue with our stakeholders.”

Director-General of Cosmetics Europe, Bertil Heerink, said: "The European cosmetics industry is the flagship of the cosmetics industry worldwide. This year our trade association celebrates half a century of working together for our industry. The change of name to ‘Cosmetics Europe – The Personal Care Association’ reflects the importance of this dynamic industry globally."

About Cosmetics Europe (formerly Colipa)

"Cosmetics Europe" is the European trade association representing the interests of the cosmetic industry. Its membership consists of 27 national associations of the EU Member States and beyond, 18 major international companies and 7 associated members. “Cosmetics Europe” represents more than 4,000 companies throughout the EU via the active representation of its member national associations.