L’Occitane en Provence is a global cosmetics and personal care brand founded in 1976 in Provence, France, and part of the L’Occitane Group. The company develops and markets skin care, body care, hair care, and fragrances, combining plant-derived ingredients with established cosmetic formulation technologies. Its products are sold through a worldwide network of owned boutiques, retail partners, and e-commerce channels.
From an industry perspective, L’Occitane operates R&D and manufacturing focused on safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance across major markets. Formulations span emulsions, surfactant systems, actives, and fragrances, with an emphasis on traceable sourcing of botanical extracts alongside conventional cosmetic ingredients. The company uses packaging materials such as PET, recycled PET, glass, and aluminum, and pursues recyclability, refill formats, and reduced environmental footprint across its supply chain. It collaborates with material and ingredient suppliers to improve packaging circularity and responsible sourcing.