French cosmetics market returns to health

Published: 25-Sep-2015

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The French cosmetics market appears to be finally heading back to health after two years in decline. The resurgence – albeit gentle at around 0.7% in the selective sector – has been seen across all three categories of skin care, make-up and perfume, according to industry analysts.

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