Hygiene

Why now is good time to stock up on hygiene products in France

Discounts of up to 80% are available at supermarkets including Carrefour, E.Leclerc, and Auchan

Senators back ending 2-for-1 deal on toiletries in French supermarkets

New law would limit discounts on hygiene products and washing powder to 34% in line with promotions on food items

Report: Are people in France really the stinkiest in Europe?

A new study addresses France’s less-than-stellar reputation when it comes to washing and changing underwear – but things have improved since lockdown

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French dermatologists warn over hand gel and sun

Some French dermatologists are warning that the high percentage of alcohol in hydroalcoholic gel could, when combined with sunlight, cause skin burns or leave marks on the skin.

Traditional Savon-de-Marseille soap has a comeback

Savon-de-Marseille is cleaning up with the Covid-19 crisis.

French group recycles five tonnes of unused hotel soap

Unused hotel soaps that would otherwise be thrown away each year in France are now being recycled by French association Unisoap, in partnership with top hotels, to help disadvantaged communities.

Hygiene

Why now is good time to stock up on hygiene products in France

Senators back ending 2-for-1 deal on toiletries in French supermarkets

Report: Are people in France really the stinkiest in Europe?

French dermatologists warn over hand gel and sun

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