Overview
L’Occitane was founded by Olivier Baussen in 1076 in Haute-Provence, France. The secrets and inspiration behind the beauty products of L’Occitane have been found in the unspoiled land, fields and traditions of Provence for over 30 years. Olivier Baussen is quoted on the official website as saying, “The sun, the products of the coil and a love of nature are the essence of my Provence. It is this essence I want to share with the world. It is what inspired me to create L’Occitane.” All of the L’Occitane products are developed and produced in Manosque, a small town in Provence. Respect for both man and the environment are strong key values on which the purpose of this brand is based upon. L’Occitane has always been a socially responsible company. The L’Occitane Foundation supports the following three causes: literacy and support for women in developing countries, the fight against blindness and assistance for the visually impaired and the preservation of threatened traditional cultivations.
Product Details
L’Occitane uses natural ingredients of the highest quality which are sourced from local farming communities as much as possible. The only time synthetic molecules will ever be used is if a safe and reliable natural alternative does not exist. Rather than using mineral oils, L’Occitane uses plant oils. Animal products are never used nor do the suppliers use animal products with the exception of beehive products. If any health risks are ever found in any of L’Occitane’s products the formulas will be revised and changed. L’Occitane uses over 200 plant ingredients in its various products. These 200 ingredients are derived from more than 100 different plan species. Prices for the products vary but most are very reasonable and comparable. The official website lists prices for each individual product along with ingredients.
The Good
- 78% of L’Occitane products are paraben free.
- All research results are patented.
- The effectiveness of the products is tested under the supervision of a dermatologist.
- There has never been nor will there ever be any animal testing of L’Occitane products.
- The production factory recycles waste and packing material is used in limited quantities.
- There are many L’Occitane stores located worldwide and you can search for your local store online.
- L’Occitane offers free samples of products on their website.
The Bad
- Unfortunately, there did not appear to be any products that focus solely on wrinkle reduction.
- L’Occitane does not offer a money back guarantee.
The Bottom Line
L’Occitane is aware of nature and helping to preserve nature while providing quality all natural products. There are a wide variety of products offered which will appeal to many different individuals, men and women alike. The cost depends on which product you choose to purchase but are comparable and reasonable. The website offers free samples of certain products however there is no money back guarantee if you choose to order a large quantity.