Our Philosophy
'' The sun smiles on Provence.
Its warmth makes the soil generous and the people open-hearted. Its bright rays are reflected in the crafts, customs and traditions that have b...
Respect
Reviving traditions is only part of the L’OCCITANE philosophy. Respect for the environment, consumers, suppliers and employees is ingrained in every aspect of the company.
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Authenticity
The generous Provençale climate and soil yield an exceptional variety of fragrant plants with unique properties.
Olivier’s objective was to revive their use, preserve local cu...
A True Commitment
For over 25 years, L’OCCITANE has been creating the highest quality body care, skincare and fragrance products using natural ingredients. In an effort to respect the environmen...
Braille
Detectable only by touch, small discreet dots are found on many of our labels.
L’OCCITANE has always sought to make its products available to a broad spectrum of the popula...
30 Years of True Story 1976
At 23 years of age Olivier Baussan bought an old distiller to make essential oil from rosemary to sell in the provençal open-air markets. L'OCCITANE was founded.
1980
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Olivier BaussanFounder of L'Occitane
SIMPLE BEGINNINGS
Inspired by his childhood in Provence, the 23-year-old Olivier Baussan decided to recreate the traditions of his region. After purchasing a steam distiller, ...
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