From Vietnam to Paris: Cocoon Begins Its European Journey

Cocoon, a Vietnamese vegan beauty brand, has launched in France and across Europe, marking a significant milestone for Vietnamese cosmetics. The move follows a March 2026 partnership with European distributor Orien Trade and coincides with the opening of Cocoon’s first Paris pop-up, running through April 21, 2026.

With an annual cosmetics market valued at 13-14 billion USD according to Statista, France leads Europe in beauty consumption and holds the number one position globally for cosmetics exports, generating tens of billions of dollars annually. 

“For Cocoon, this presence in France goes far beyond market expansion. It represents a defining milestone for a vegan beauty brand researched and manufactured in Vietnam to enter one of the world’s most important beauty capitals”, said Pham Minh Dung – Director of Business and Marketing at Cocoon Vietnam.

Cocoon’s entry into France required over two years of preparation to meet European Union regulatory standards, including GMP certification, CPNP registration, IFRA compliance, and INCI ingredient disclosure.

The European market entry is facilitated through Cocoon’s partnership with Orien Trade, a reputable distributor of Asian cosmetics in Europe. Through this collaboration, Cocoon products will gradually establish presence across France’s major cities, marking a new chapter for Vietnamese beauty brands in the European market.

Pop-Up Store Brings Vietnamese “Sidewalk Café” Culture to Paris

To mark its European market entry, Cocoon opened its first pop-up store in Paris on April 2, 2026. Located at Glowstation, 101 Porte Berger, Westfield Forum, Paris 75001, the experiential retail space will welcome visitors through April 21, 2026.

Within this space, Cocoon recreates the concept of a “sidewalk café” (cà phê bệt) – a familiar and distinctive cultural element in Vietnamese urban life. “This is our first pop-up store in Europe. This space not only introduces the story of gentle, effective beauty from Vietnam’s distinctive agricultural products, but also carries the spirit of an authentic Vietnam, helping international friends better understand Vietnamese culture and people,” Dung emphasized.

Cocoon opened its first pop-up store in Paris, featuring immersive brand experiences.

Visitors can engage with Cocoon’s brand story, experience photo opportunities within the Vietnamese-inspired setting, and participate in interactive games with special gifts. This activation serves as Cocoon’s first direct consumer touchpoint in the European market, providing valuable feedback to shape the brand’s future expansion strategy.

Building a Global Vegan Beauty Brand from Local Roots

The brand’s European expansion reflects its commitment to sharing Vietnam’s natural heritage and sustainable beauty philosophy with international audiences.

“We believe Cocoon will soon be present along the luxury streets of Paris, France; Milan, Italy; and many other European cities, adding a remarkable new chapter to the story of Vietnamese brands conquering international markets,” said Nguyen Ngoc Tram, Operations Director at Orien Trade.

Prior to its European expansion, Cocoon had established its presence in 15 Asian markets, including Japan. With the addition of 27 European Union member countries plus the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Norway, Cocoon now operates in 45 countries and territories globally.

Cocoon – 100% vegan from Viet Nam