ALBION Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturer and distributor of luxury cosmetics founded on March 2, 1956, and headquartered in Ginza, Tokyo. The company develops, manufactures, and sells premium skincare, makeup, fragrances, and hair care products, with a focus on innovative formulations incorporating natural plant extracts, herbal ingredients, and proprietary technologies such as the "preceding lotion" (先行乳液) skincare method.
It maintains in-house production at facilities including the Kumagaya plant in Saitama Prefecture, certified to GMP and ISO standards, and operates research centers in Japan and abroad. Sales occur primarily through department stores, exclusive cosmetics boutiques, and direct channels in Japan, with additional offices and distribution in Asia, Europe, and the United States. Flagship and sister brands include ALBION, Elegance, IGNIS, and In Fiore, alongside licensed lines such as Anna Sui and Paul & Joe Beauté.
ALBION functions as a consolidated subsidiary of Kosé Corporation, which holds approximately 79.5% of voting rights. In the competitive premium cosmetics sector, it emphasizes high-quality ingredients, customer education via in-store consultations, multi-generational loyalty, and sustainability efforts, including the use of bio-based resins like DURABIO for packaging in products such as Excia compact cases.
Official website: albion.co.jp
