It all began in 1951, in the heart of theOccitanie region, in a small pharmacy in Castres. Pierre Fabre, a pharmacist with a passion for botany, decided to buy this pharmacy and develop innovative solutions to improve patients' health. With a bold vision and a desire to blend science and nature, he conceived his first drug in 1959: Cyclo 3, formulated from petit houx, a plant renowned for its benefits on venous circulation. This success marked the beginning of a scientific and human adventure that would continue to grow.
From the outset, Pierre Fabre's approach to pharmaceuticals has been innovative and committed. His aim was not simply to design drugs, but to improve patients' daily lives by offering solutions that combined efficacy with respect for the human body. He founded Laboratoires Pierre Fabre in 1962, combining pharmaceutical research with a botanical approach. His ambition? To design effective, natural and safe skin care products. This rigorous scientific approach has since been applied to all the ranges developed by the brand.
With the launch of Klorane chamomile shampoo in 1965, Pierre Fabre revolutionized the hair care market and inaugurated a new concept: dermo-cosmetics. This pioneering approach combined the seriousness of pharmacology with the need for cosmetics that respected skin and hair. An immediate success, it enabled the company to broaden its expertise by developing other skincare products for sensitive, atopic and dermatologically-affected skin.
In 1970, the brand decided to expand abroad and opened its first subsidiary in Barcelona. This was a key step in Pierre Fabre's internationalization. This expansion abroad was accompanied by a diversification of activities, with an expansion of research intothermal spring water. In 1974, Laboratoires Pierre Fabre acquired the Avène-les-Bains spa, renowned for its water's soothing, anti-irritating properties. This acquisition led to the creation of the Eau Thermale Avène brand, which quickly became a benchmark for sensitive and fragile skin.
In the years that followed, the company continued to expand, opening new subsidiaries in Asia, America and Africa. Collaboration with Japanese companies, such as Shiseido, enabled Pierre Fabre to establish itself as a major player in global dermo-cosmetics. Today, the brand is present in over 130 countries, confirming its expertise and know-how on an international scale.
Pierre Fabre doesn't just innovate in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. The founder's commitment to patient well-being and access to healthcare led to the creation of the Pierre Fabre Foundation in 1999. This initiative aims to improve public health in developing countries, by setting up programs to combat counterfeit drugs, ensure equitable access to treatments, and train healthcare professionals.
In 2013, Pierre Fabre took a new step by bequeathing his company to his Foundation. This choice, the only one of its kind in France, ensures that the company's values and mission will live on. This model of governance guarantees that all decisions taken within the Group are aligned with ethical principles of solidarity. Thanks to this initiative, the company retains total autonomy and focuses exclusively on its scientific and human commitment.
Today, Pierre Fabre Santé puts its expertise at the service of a wide range of pathologies, from cancer treatment to chronic illnesses, via the development of dermatological skin care products adapted to the most sensitive skins. Each product is designed to the highest scientific standards, validated by rigorous clinical studies and partnerships with researchers and healthcare professionals.
Pierre Fabre has always been committed to respecting nature and integrating eco-responsible practices into its manufacturing process. As a major player in the pharmaceutical and dermo-cosmetics sector, the brand is committed to developing environmentally-friendly formulations and optimizing its carbon footprint. The group's flagship actions include
This commitment to nature is also reflected in the creation of the Pierre Fabre Botanical Conservatory, a unique project to protect and preserve rare and medicinal plant species.
Pierre Fabre Santé embodies a genuine commitment to well-being, health and respect for nature. By combining scientific research, natural active ingredients and sustainable development, the brand offers effective, safe solutions that respect both patients and the environment. For over 70 years, Pierre Fabre Santé has placedpeople at the heart of its development, with one ambition unchanged: to innovate to improve the lives of patients.
Discover Pierre Fabre's specialized product ranges, covering health, well-being and dermo-cosmetic needs.
