Science and Tech are L’Oréal’s power engines for creating unequalled beauty products and experiences that meet our consumers’ infinitely diverse needs and aspirations. Take a deep dive into our Research & Innovation.
Science that is passionate
We are the biggest beauty research in the cosmetics industry
With 115 years of ground-breaking innovation
More than €1.2 billion investments per year
4000+ scientists of 84 nationalities
800 advanced research experts
20 research centres worldwide across 7 countries
France, Japan, China, India, United States, Brazil, South Africa
610 patents filed in 2023 – 54% by female inventors
Science that is inclusive
We embrace humanity’s infinite diversity of beauty
To empower every individual to express who they want to be
3,400 new formulas launched in 2023
Fueling L’Oréal’s unique portfolio of diverse brands
Science that is responsible
We are for beauty with no animal testing since 1989
We are pioneers in non-animal methods
100+ quality and safety tests per product
Science that is moved by nature
We explore the Green Sciences to create a sustainable beauty
And reach new unequalled performances
65% of our ingredients are bio-based
82% of our ingredients are biodegradable
Science that is always ahead
We reinvent new ways of bringing beauty, health and well-being
With cutting-edge solutions and experiences powered by tech