Terms of Use


Global Cosmetics Cluster is an association under the French law "Loi 1901" located at 1 Rue de Bethleem, 28000 Chartres, registered under RNA number W281009777. Global Cosmetics Cluster is the first Worldwide Beauty Connections Network, offering a blog and a video replay service on its website for its members. This document aims to inform users of their rights and obligations regarding content publication, consultation, and usage on the website. It also defines the limits of Global Cosmetics Cluster's liability and aims to address user inquiries.

ARTICLE 1: Acceptance of General Conditions

The user of the website acknowledges having read and agrees to comply with these general terms and conditions of use. The website's general conditions may evolve based on the service provided or legal obligations, particularly concerning personal data protection. Users are encouraged to regularly review them.

ARTICLE 2: Purpose

The website https://global-cosmetics-cluster.squarespace.com/ provides online services that allow users to:

  • Access the agenda of international network events

  • Obtain information related to the cosmetics and perfume industry

  • Read articles about members, events, or the industry in general

  • Watch webinar replays

  • Access Global Cosmetics Cluster's social networks

  • Contact the team via email

ARTICLE 3: Information Modifications - Legality of Information

Despite the care taken by Global Cosmetics Cluster, the information contained on this website may evolve based on service requirements or legal obligations, and it is subject to modifications or updates without prior notice. Global Cosmetics Cluster aims to ensure the legality of the information on the website and takes all necessary measures to avoid any liability. Users must promptly report any information that is not up to date or lawful as soon as they become aware of it.

ARTICLE 4: Hypertext Link

Any link to this website requires prior written authorization from Global Cosmetics Cluster and can only be made to the homepage address of the site, provided that a logo is integrated. This link can only be integrated by members of Global Cosmetics Cluster. Global Cosmetics Cluster reserves the right to remove any link that may harm its image.

ARTICLE 5: Intellectual Property

The user agrees not to:

  • Violate Global Cosmetics Cluster's intellectual property rights, whether they are trademark rights, copyrights, or any other intellectual property rights held by Global Cosmetics Cluster.

  • Violate the personal rights of individuals with whom they may interact through services provided on the website.

  • Upload illicit or inappropriate content that goes against the purpose of the services provided on the website.

  • Copy, download, duplicate, etc., all or part of the website's content.

  • Disrupt the proper functioning of the website.

  • Massively apply automatically to job offers posted on the website.

  • Circumvent technical protection systems, engage in or incite hacking activities.

  • Impersonate a third party.

  • Misuse or attempt to misuse a website feature.

The entire content of the website is subject to French legislation and international conventions on copyright and intellectual property.

All exploitation rights, translation rights, and adaptation rights are reserved, including for downloadable documents and iconographic and photographic materials. It is prohibited to reproduce, copy, sell, exploit, or distribute, in any way, all or part of the website's content.

The overall structure, text, animated images, programs, and any other elements composing this website are the exclusive property of Global Cosmetics Cluster and are protected by copyright.

Without prejudice to the provisions of Article L.122-5 of the French Intellectual Property Code (IPC), any full or partial representation, reproduction, or distribution of the website, on any medium, without the express prior authorization of Global Cosmetics Cluster constitutes an act of infringement, subject to sanctions under Articles L.335-2 and L.335-3 of the IPC.

Without prejudice to the provisions of Article L.342-3 of the French Intellectual Property Code, any full or partial representation, reproduction, or distribution of the database, on any medium, without the express prior authorization of Global Cosmetics Cluster is subject to sanctions under Articles L.343-1 and following of the IPC.

Any total or partial reproduction of trademarks or logos and any use of said trademarks or logos, based on elements from the Global Cosmetics Cluster website, is prohibited unless specified.

ARTICLE 6: Liability of Global Cosmetics Cluster

The user acknowledges using the website at their own risk, as the website is accessible based on the availability and stability of the Internet network.

As a user of this website and its services, the user assumes all costs associated with accessing the website and using the services offered.

Global Cosmetics Cluster is in no way responsible for any direct or indirect damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, customers, data, software, and other intangible assets that may arise from accessing the website or the inability to access the site.


ARTICLE 7: Personal Data

In accordance with the applicable regulations, particularly the European Regulation 2016/679, known as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and national provisions regarding information technology, files, and freedoms, Global Cosmetics Cluster, as the data controller, collects and processes personal data:

Based on the legitimate interest of Global Cosmetics Cluster to promote its activities for the purposes outlined in Article 2.

This includes the animation and electronic commercial prospecting, sending newsletters on the news of the relevant industry, conducting statistics on the use of the website and its features, as well as website maintenance and support.

The collection of your personal data is legally based on: - the legitimate interest of Global Cosmetics Cluster to ensure the highest quality of its services, provide visitors and members with the best possible service, and improve its functioning; - the legitimate interest of Global Cosmetics Cluster to conduct optional satisfaction surveys on its services in order to improve them; - the consent of visitors and members when required by applicable regulations, particularly regarding commercial prospecting.

The data is intended for Global Cosmetics Cluster and may also be communicated to service providers responsible for the technical management of the website and to members of the community.

They may also be communicated to any administrative, judicial, or control authority that has a right of access based on a legislative provision within the framework of a French or European administrative or judicial procedure, upon their request.

Personal data is retained by Global Cosmetics Cluster for a duration not exceeding that necessary for the achievement of the purposes specified above, increased if necessary by the applicable French and European legal and regulatory prescription periods.

In accordance with the Applicable Regulation and subject to the conditions provided therein for the exercise of these rights, the user has the following rights:

  • Right of access, rectification, deletion, as well as the right to data portability;

  • Right to request the limitation of processing and to object to receiving commercial prospecting;

  • Right to withdraw consent for data processing;

  • Right to determine the fate of personal data after death.

The aforementioned rights can be exercised by contacting the data protection officer of COSMETIC VALLEY at the following postal address: "Délégué à la protection des données (DPO), Global Cosmetics Cluster, 1 Place de la Cathédrale, 28000 Chartres," or via the email address dpo@cosmetic-valley.com.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the CNIL (French Data Protection Authority).

ARTICLE 8: Applicable Law - Competent Jurisdiction

These general terms and conditions of use are subject to French regulations in force.

By accessing the website and using the services offered by Global Cosmetics Cluster, the user agrees to comply with these General Terms and Conditions of Use, regardless of the country from which they access the site.

All disputes must first and foremost be settled through contacts and exchanges aimed at finding the best amicable solution to the dispute arising from the use of the website.

In the event that such amicable settlement is not reached, the user and Global Cosmetics Cluster will decide to resort to mediation by the International Chamber of Commerce. They may choose to appoint one or more third parties to assist and help find the best possible resolution to the dispute.

These general terms and conditions are governed, interpreted, and applied in accordance with French law. In the absence of an amicable settlement following mediation, any dispute arising from these general terms and conditions of use shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts within the jurisdiction of the headquarters of Global Cosmetics Cluster.