Since 1976, L'Occitane en Provence has been imagining, producing and selling beauty, skincare and well-being products with an intention to share nature's wonders with the world. Our ambition is to not only sustain lands, but to regenerate ecosystems. We believe beauty goes beyond what the eye can see. From seed to skin, we are holistic in our approach.

At L'Occitane en Provence, we've always been Cultivators of Change. This mindset is nothing new. We do our best to create positive change for the world, and we always try to inspire everyone around us to do the same.

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We believe beauty goes beyond what the eye can see. Since the beginning of our journey 40 years ago, we honor nature and those who lovingly protect it.

Committed to nature

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    made in france


    All our Dispensers & Refill Collections are made in France and produced at our Manufacture in Manosque, just like the rest of our renowned retail range.

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    animal testing


    Since its founding in 1976, L'Occitane en Provence has been committed to a strict no animal testing policy. The Group does not test its products or ingredients on animals at any stage and requires all suppliers to adhere to the same rigorous standards.

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    vegan formula


    95% of our Hospitality products are vegan, reflecting our commitment to responsible formulation and more conscious hospitality. By prioritising plant-based ingredients, we meet evolving guest expectations while staying true to our values.

cultivators of change

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REDUCING OUR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT


Since 2018, we have reduced our plastic offering by 50%.

Today, 77% of our Hospitality range features recyclable or reusable packaging.

In 2024 alone, 66 tons of plastic were avoided thanks to our refill solutions.

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SUPPORT OUR PRODUCERS AND INGREDIENTS

We prioritise regional sourcing to reduce our carbon footprint and support local communities, ensuring full traceability and fair compensation across small integrated networks.

By 2025, we aim to be 100% fair-trade certified. We cultivate our ingredients with deep respect for ecosystems, protect over 1,000 plant species, and honour traditional knowledge while combining scientific testing for the highest quality.

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ACTING IN FAVOR OF HUMANITY

L’Occitane en Provence is proudly certified B Corp, joining a global community of companies committed to making business a force for good.

This certification celebrates over 40 years of dedication to people and nature, from fair partnerships with local communities to reducing environmental impact and empowering positive change worldwide.

our initiatives

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    plastic odyssey main partner

    After two years of preparation, Plastic Odyssey set sail from Marseille in autumn 2022 for a three-year world tour.

    Its mission is to fight marine pollution at its source by raising awareness of plastic pollution and training future recyclers in low-tech, low-energy practices.

    Ultimately, it aims to promote a waste-based economic model led by local entrepreneurs.

    Learn More about Plastic odyssey 
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    Promote women empowerment

    The story of L’Occitane en Provence and the women shea butter producers of Burkina Faso began in the 1980s. Since then, we have built a sustainable and fair partnership together.

    Since 2009, we have been proud to have a 100% fair trade shea butter supply chain (Fair Trade certification compliant with the Fair for Life standard, available at www.fairforlife.org).

    Learn more about Women Empowerment 
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    Fight against preventable blindness

    At L’Occitane en Provence, we create “sensorial” products that delight the senses, but one sense is especially close to our hearts: sight.

    From adding Braille to our packaging, to selling solidarity products and supporting NGOs, we are committed to helping blind and visually impaired people, preventing avoidable blindness, and providing access to eye care for more people around the world.

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