Natural makeup in France
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
French market for natural cosmetics jumped 40% in 2005, making it the fastest growing natural category in Europe, Irish market research firm Research and Markets reports. "The market is showing high growth due to rising consumer awareness of chemicals in cosmetics and toiletries," company says, noting media reports and campaigns by activist groups are publicizing health risks associated with chemicals in conventional products. Additionally, retailers are allotting more shelf space to natural and organic products, firm states. "The market share of French certified organic products, at about 25%, is projected to increase as more producers adopt organic standards," Research and Markets adds...