What Laboratoires Gilbert does

Laboratoires Gilbert is a French pharmaceutical and dermo-cosmetic company that operates as the consumer-facing brand entity of the privately held Groupe Gilbert, whose expertise in family health, wellness, and hygiene dates to 1904. The company markets a portfolio of 18+ specialized sub-brands organized around three core segments: Baby Care (Physiolac infant formulas, Cotocouche diaper-change products, Physiodose sterile saline, Waterwipes, Luc et Léa bottles/pacifiers/sunglasses), Health and First Aid (Marimer nasal care, A-Cerumen ear care, Bactidose hygiene products, Parasidose lice and mosquito treatments, Laboratoires Gilbert own-brand first-aid kits), and Hygiene and Beauty (Neutraderm dermo-cosmetics featuring the proprietary A.O.S Complex, Laino rose-water skincare, Hei Poa tropical sun care, Le Comptoir Aroma aromatherapy, Le Comptoir du Bain bath care, Sanodiane beauty accessories). The proprietary A.O.S (Active Oligo Skin) complex, developed over 10 years of dermatological research and exclusive to Neutraderm, is the principal technical differentiator, formulated with up to 100% biodegradable ingredients.

The company monetizes through two revenue streams: one-time direct product sales via its DTC e-commerce platform (laboratoires-gilbert.com), priced between €2.70 and €22.50 with free delivery over €49 and a 14-day return policy, and a recurring subscription service offering 12% discounts on selected products with flexible delivery cadence. Distribution is dual-channel: the proprietary online storefront plus a national French pharmacy partner network accessed via the website's "Points de vente" locator. Marketing relies on content marketing (the "Nos conseils" advice blog segmented by baby, health, hygiene, aromatherapy, and daily-life categories), email/newsletter promotions (including the BIENVENUE10 first-order code), and organic social presence on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

Laboratoires Gilbert serves three primary consumer segments — Baby and Young Parents, Family Health, and Hygiene and Beauty — addressing pain points from infant nutrition and nasal hygiene to first aid, aromatherapy, and daily personal care. The company operates exclusively in the French market with no disclosed international expansion, has no venture or external funding, and reports no public listings, M&A activity, or leadership changes in the available data. With a headcount of 1,001-5,000 and a 120+ year heritage, it functions as a mature, mid-sized French consumer-health platform investing in digital channel build-out, subscription mechanics, and proprietary formulation IP rather than in AI, platform plays, or geographic expansion.

Name

Laboratoires Gilbert

Legal name

Laboratoires Gilbert

Website

https://labogilbert.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1904

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Laboratoires Gilbert is a privately held French pharmaceutical and dermo-cosmetic company (founded 1904, part of Groupe Gilbert) that sells an 18-brand portfolio of baby care, family health, and hygiene/beauty products direct-to-consumer via its e-commerce site and a national pharmacy network across France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Consumer Health and Personal Care Products

NAICS

Health and Personal Care Retailers (456)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Baby Skincare (Lotions, Creams, Oils) (CRABAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Diapering & Wipes (Diaper Creams, Wipes) (CRABAJAC), Baby Bath & Cleansing (CRABAJAA), Cold, Flu, Cough & Allergy Remedies (Decongestants, Antihistamines, Cough Syrups, Lozenges) (CRADAMAD), Baby Accessories & Layette (Bibs, Hats, Mittens, Blankets) (CRAAAHAM), Baby, Kids & Maternity Online Retailers (CRAFADAI)

Keywords

• Infant formula products
• Dermo-cosmetic products
• Family health products
• Natural hygiene products
• Aromatherapy essentials

Headquarters

HQ city

Hérouville-saint-clair

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: Revenue generated from selling health, wellness, and hygiene products directly to consumers through the e-commerce platform. Products include baby care (infant formula, diapers, nursing accessories), health products (first aid, hygiene, aromatherapy), and beauty/hygiene items. One-time purchase model with prices ranging from €2.70 to €22.50.
2. Subscription Service: Recurring revenue through subscription model offering 12% discount on selected products. Provides flexible delivery frequency, exclusive benefits, no commitment. Covers baby products and family essentials.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Laboratoires Gilbert manufactures and sells a multi-brand portfolio of health, wellness, and hygiene products for the whole family across baby care (infant formulas, diapers, nasal care, baby accessories), health and first aid (antiseptics, ear care, lice treatments, insect repellents), and hygiene and beauty (dermo-cosmetics, sun care, aromatherapy, bath products). The company distributes directly to consumers through its e-commerce platform, pharmacy retail partners in France, and a subscription service.

Product overview

Laboratoires Gilbert is a French pharmaceutical/health company offering a multi-brand portfolio of health, wellness, and hygiene products for the whole family. The core product ecosystem includes three main segments: Baby Care (Physiolac infant formulas, Cotocouche diaper change products, Physiodose saline serum, Waterwipes wipes, Luc et Léa bottles/pacifiers/sunglasses), Health & First Aid (Laboratoires Gilbert own-brand first aid kits, antiseptics, A-Cerumen ear care, Marimer nasal sprays, Parasidose lice/mosquito treatments, Bactidose hand gel), and Hygiene & Beauty (Neutraderm dermo-cosmetics with patented A.O.S. complex, Laino rose water, Hei Poa sun care, Le Comptoir Aroma aromatherapy/essential oils, Le Comptoir du Bain soaps, Sanodiane beauty accessories). The company also offers a subscription service for recurring delivery of selected products. Products are categorized as Medical Devices (Physiodose, Marimer), Biocides (Parasidose mosquito repellent), Cosmetics (Hei Poa sun products, Laino), and certified organic where indicated.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Neutraderm: Dermatological skincare brand 100% French, with expertise in care and wellness since 1904. Products for sensitive, dry or atopic skin with up to 100% biodegradable ingredients.
• Physiolac
• Physiodose
• Marimer
• A-Cerumen
• Bactidose
• Cotocouche
• Laino
• Waterwipes
• Hei Poa
• Jolen
• Luc et Léa
• Parasidose Moustiques
• Parasidose Poux
• Le Comptoir Aroma
• Le Comptoir du Bain
• Sanodiane

Products and services

• Physiolac (Infant Formula) Organic and standard infant formula brand offering age-specific milk products and cereals designed for baby nutrition from birth through 12+ months. Targeted at parents seeking safe, French-made nutrition for infants.
• Hei Poa (Sun Care) Tropical skincare brand featuring Monoi oil, offering SPF 50+ solar lotions, after-sun gels with Monoi and aloe vera, and solar sticks for face protection. Targeted at consumers seeking sun protection and Monoi-based skincare.
• Physiodose (Physiological Serum) Medical device brand offering sterile physiological serum in single-dose vials (40 x 5mL) for nasal hygiene and infant care. Targeted at families needing safe, sterile saline for nasal washing.
• WaterWipes (Baby Wipes) Eco-friendly baby wipes brand offering water-based wipes (60 units) formulated for sensitive skin with minimal ingredients. Targeted at parents seeking pure, gentle wipes for newborns and sensitive babies.
• Marimer (Nasal Care) Nasal care brand providing seawater spray products for nasal irrigation, suitable for adults and children. Targeted at consumers managing nasal congestion and daily nasal hygiene.
• Laino (Dermo-Cosmetics) Dermo-cosmetic brand offering rose water and hydrating facial care products with soothing properties. Targeted at consumers seeking natural personal care and hydration.
• Parasidose Moustiques (Mosquito Repellent) Mosquito protection brand offering plant-based repellent sprays formulated for adults and babies from birth. Targeted at families seeking natural insect protection.
• Luc et L\u00e9a (Baby Accessories) Childcare brand offering anti-colic baby bottles (270mL), plant-based sunglasses for children and babies, pacifiers, and nursery accessories. Targeted at parents seeking functional baby accessories.
• Bactidose (Hand Hygiene) Hygiene brand offering fragrance-free hydroalcoholic gel for hand disinfection. Targeted at consumers and families needing hand sanitization.
• Le Comptoir du Bain (Bath and Body) Bath and body care brand offering liquid soaps including limited edition fragrances. Targeted at consumers seeking scented bath and body care products.
• Le Comptoir Aroma (Aromatherapy) Aromatherapy brand offering essential oils, vegetable oils, diffusers, diffusion compositions, indoor fragrances, wellness products, and respiratory care formulations. Targeted at consumers using aromatherapy for wellness and home fragrance.
• Cotocouche (Diaper Change Care) Baby diaper change care brand offering soothing and hydrating products, liniment, talc, cleansers, and cotton products. Targeted at parents managing diaper changing and infant skin care.
• A-Cerumen (Ear Care) Ear care brand providing products for ear hygiene and cerumen removal. Targeted at adults and families managing earwax buildup and ear hygiene.
• Neutraderm (Dermatological Skincare) French dermatological brand offering skincare for sensitive, dry, and atopic skin, formulated with up to 100% biodegradable ingredients and the proprietary A.O.S. (Active Oligo Skin) complex. Targeted at consumers with sensitive or atopic skin needing dermatologist-recommended care.
• Sanodiane (Nail Care Accessories) Beauty accessory brand offering nail clippers, tweezers, scissors, and specific nail care tools. Targeted at consumers seeking personal grooming tools.
• Jolen (Hair Removal) Hair removal brand offering depilatory creams and bleaching products for body hair. Targeted at consumers seeking at-home hair removal solutions.
• Parasidose Poux (Anti-Lice Treatment) Pediculosis treatment brand offering lice removal products. Targeted at families needing effective lice and nit elimination treatments.
• Laboratoires Gilbert Own-Brand First Aid Parent company brand offering first aid kits, antiseptic and skin repair products, dressings, hydroalcoholic gels, and nasal care products. Targeted at families seeking everyday first-aid essentials from a trusted French pharmaceutical brand.
• Subscription Service Recurring delivery subscription program offering 12% discount on a selection of products, flexible delivery frequency, simple management, and no commitment. Targeted at consumers seeking convenient replenishment of baby products and family essentials.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Groupe GilbertcoreOthersLaboratoires Gilbert is a brand under the Groupe Gilbert corporate group. The group has pharmaceutical and wellness expertise dating back to 1904. Laboratoires Gilbert operates as the consumer-facing e-commerce and brand entity under this parent group structure.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Laboratoires Expanscience (Mustela): French pharma-owned dermo-cosmetic group built around the Mustela baby care brand. Directly comparable to Laboratoires Gilbert as a French multi-brand portfolio serving baby care, maternal care, and family dermo-cosmetics through pharmacy and DTC channels.
• Pierre Fabre: French pharmaceutical and dermo-cosmetic group operating Avène, Klorane, A-Derma, Ducray, and René Furterer. Closely comparable in pharmacy-led distribution, dermocosmetic focus, and multi-brand family-health portfolio structure.
• Bioderma (NAOS): French dermo-cosmetic brand under NAOS, distributed heavily through French pharmacies. Comparable on dermatological positioning, French pharmacy go-to-market, and sensitive-skin product formulation.
• Uriage (Puig): French thermal-water dermo-cosmetic brand owned by Puig, distributed through pharmacies and DTC. Comparable on dermatological positioning, French heritage, and pharmacy-led dermo-cosmetics model.
• Caudalie: French natural-origin beauty brand with pharmacy and DTC presence. Comparable to Laboratoires Gilbert's Hei Poa, Laino, and Le Comptoir du Bain in positioning around natural, plant-based personal care for the French market.
• Léa Nature: French family-owned group operating bio-certified consumer health and personal care brands across baby, hygiene, and wellness. Comparable on bio-certification positioning, French manufacturing, and multi-brand family-health portfolio structure.
• Pranarôm (Inula Group): French aromatherapy and essential oils specialist. Directly comparable to Le Comptoir Aroma sub-brand on essential oils, diffusers, and respiratory/wellness aromatherapy positioning.

Broad incumbents

• La Roche-Posay (L'Oréal): L'Oréal-owned dermocosmetic brand with strong French pharmacy presence. Overlaps with Neutraderm and Laboratoires Gilbert's dermocosmetic portfolio, but operates as part of L'Oréal's broader global beauty platform with materially larger marketing scale.
• Yves Rocher: Large French botanical beauty group with extensive DTC e-commerce and retail footprint. Comparable in Made-in-France botanical positioning and direct-to-consumer reach, but at meaningfully larger scale.
• Beiersdorf: Global personal care incumbent owning NIVEA, Eucerin, and Hansaplast. Competes in the same baby skincare, sun care, and first aid categories that Laboratoires Gilbert addresses through Cotocouche, Hei Poa, and the Laboratoires Gilbert own-brand first aid line, but at materially larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/LaboGilbert/?locale=fr_FR
• Instagraminstagram.com/labogilbert
• TikToktiktok.com/@laboratoires.gilbert
• Xx.com/LaboGilbert

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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