Cosnova GmbH was founded in 2001, by Christina, a businesswoman with a strong desire to create cosmetics that could offer the highest quality at extremely competitive prices. In 2002 essence cosmetics was launched in Germany. Since then, essence has been achieving amazing results such as in 2007 it becomes #1 in Germany and is sold in 50 other countries and in 2013 it is the best-selling brand in Europe in the decorative cosmetics segment.* In 2004, the launch of CATRICE cosmetics in the German market and from then the presence of CATRICE, as well as its global performance, is constantly increasing. Italy has always been a key market in the world of cosmetics, and for this reason, in 2017, cosnova Group decided to closely follow the 360-degree development of essence and CATRICE by opening the Italian subsidiary: cosnova Italia. Our mission: our heart beats for everyone in this world. We offer them the products and brand experience that help them to feel more beautiful, at any time. * in volume, in the entry price segment.