When science sustains ingredient innovation and responsibility
L’Oréal Paris is increasingly developing products drawing on innovations that have come about from nature-inspired sciences. For each L’Oréal Paris product, the chosen ingredients, as well as the formulation processes, are all selected with the goal of optimizing both efficacy and impact on the planet.
For example, Hyaluronic Acid, used in several L’Oréal Paris products, is produced using bio-fermentation of lactic bacteria fed with local cereals and a low impact extraction process.
In a bid to develop formulas with no compromise between efficacy, safety and environmental responsibility, we are committed to developing more responsible processes by sustainably industrializing high-performance ingredients.
When Science sustains efficacy with safety
Safety is non-negotiable: each formula is subjected to a careful selection of actives and ingredients, perfectly combined and dosed to ensure maximum efficacy with safety. Both for people and the environment. On one hand, Group’s environmental testing platform assesses raw materials, including their ecotoxicity, before they are used in any product. On the other hand, before going through clinical safety tests, our ingredients and formulas are also evaluated by a team of 100 safety experts following a 5-step assessment. After the launch, we record any side effects or misusage. These rigorous assessments ensure our products are safe for both people and the planet.
In 1989, L’Oréal created Episkin, a giant step for no animal testing. This reconstructed skin technology, by mimicking human skin and application conditions, predicts ingredients and formula safety and has provided a viable alternative to animal testing for over 30 years.
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