L’Occitane en Provence | About Us – Our History & Values

Cultivators of Change

Since 1976, L’Occitane en Provence has researched, developed, and created
beauty products with the ambition of sharing the wonders of nature with the world.
Every aspect of our business is carefully considered. Through our actions, we strive to promote positive development – and to inspire others to do the same.

Change through action

"We help our partner farmers form fair trade cooperatives and focus on developing organic farming. This means we give them access to improved farming methods and training programs – while also learning ourselves how best to preserve biodiversity."
– Justine, Sustainable Ingredients Team

"We believe in the power of nature and the importance of caring for our customers. That's why we have developed our strict 'L'Occitane Clean Charter' – a framework that guarantees full transparency in every decision we make during the production process."
– Pascale, R&D and Technology Innovation Team

For people and nature

"We must be vigilant against the threats to our ecosystems and work together with common goals. We are committed to protecting and giving back to nature, so that Mother Earth can continue to give to us."
– Adrien, CEO L'Occitane en Provence

"We offer 20 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 12 weeks for secondary caregivers. This promotes stronger family bonds and contributes to a more inclusive work environment."
– Aurélie, HR Team

Nature leads the way to change

Every year, we cultivate ingredient crops designed to thrive in harmony with their surrounding ecosystems. Within these natural resources, we uncover hidden treasures that, through research and innovation, are transformed into pioneering formulas. The result is products that offer more than care – they create meaningful experiences. By working closely with local producers, we believe that every action, no matter how small, has the power to make a difference.

LEARN MORE ABOUT L'OCCITANE'S INSPIRING STORY

Ecosystems of nature
We believe in sustainable agriculture and develop organic farming methods to produce ingredients with respect for the environment. By harvesting responsibly, we ensure that our crops do not burden sensitive ecosystems – but instead contribute to preserving biodiversity.
Miracles of Nature
Just like other elements in nature, hair and skin have their own ecosystems. To support their natural recovery, we have assembled a dedicated team of experts who constantly explore, develop, and refine new solutions – with science as our guide and nature as our inspiration.

Sensory experiences
By stimulating the five senses, we offer a unique sensory experience. Our signature formulas awaken emotions, create memories, and introduce a sense of poetry into everyday life. With attention to detail and elegance, our products become meaningful gifts – perfect for showing appreciation to someone you cherish.
Local engagement
Together, we can make a difference – employees, customers, and partners. By cultivating locally and acting with care, we strive to create a positive impact globally. Our work is based on several important commitments: to reduce waste, engage in the circular economy, and protect biodiversity.