Uriage Dermatological Laboratories

What Uriage Dermatological Laboratories does

Uriage Dermatological Laboratories is a French dermocosmetic company founded in 1992, headquartered in Neuilly-sur-Seine and operating as a subsidiary of the Spanish beauty conglomerate PUIG since 2021. Its products are built around the natural thermal water sourced from Uriage-les-Bains in the French Alps, which has been used therapeutically for over 200 years, and is combined with a portfolio of patented active complexes including GF-Repair, BARIESUN, TELOMERES PROTECT, TLR2-Regul, SK5R, and C8+ Ceramides. The company organizes its offering into more than 20 specialized product lines (Hyseac for blemish-prone skin, Roséliane for redness and rosacea, Xémose for atopic and dry skin, Bariésun for sun protection, Bébé for infant care, Dépiderm for pigmentation, Intima for intimate hygiene, and Oncologie for cancer-treatment support, among others) addressing sensitive-skin and dermatological indications across all age groups and genders. Its business model is consumer-facing mass dermocosmetic: products are sold primarily through pharmacy and parapharmacy networks in 70+ countries, with direct-to-consumer e-commerce and 60+ localized websites layered on top, supported by the "Uriage & Moi" loyalty program, at price points ranging from roughly €6-13 for entry SKUs to approximately €49.90 for premium offerings. The brand is positioned with strong medical and pharmacist credibility, holds the N°1 ranking in the French anti-redness segment per GERSDATA 2024, and pursues institutional validation through partnerships such as the Gustave Roussy cancer institute in oncology.

Name

Uriage Dermatological Laboratories

Legal name

Laboratoires Dermatologiques d'Uriage

Website

https://uriage.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Uriage Dermatological Laboratories, founded in 1992 and owned by PUIG, develops thermal water-based dermocosmetics for sensitive skin. Its 20+ specialized product lines are distributed across 70+ countries via pharmacy networks and direct e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dermocosmetics (Dermatological Skincare)

NAICS

Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (325620), Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Retailers (456120), Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844), Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics (2840)

akta.pro primary industry

Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Body Skincare (Lotions, Creams, Body Oils) (CRABAAAD), Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments (CRABALAF), Natural/Organic & Clean Skincare (CRABAAAH), Dermatology Specialty Pharmaceuticals (HLAIACAL)

Keywords

• Dermatological skincare products
• Thermal water cosmetics
• Dermocosmetic skincare brand
• Pharmacy dermo-cosmetics
• Sensitive skin care

Headquarters

HQ city

Neuilly-sur-seine

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dermocosmetic Product Sales: Direct sales of dermocosmetic products across multiple categories: thermal water, face care, body care, baby care, sun protection, intimate hygiene, and hair care. Products sold via e-commerce (uriage.fr) and through pharmacy/parapharmacy networks in over 70 countries.
2. Thermal Water Products: Sales of Eau Thermale Réparatrice in various formats (aerosol 50ml-300ml) as a standalone product line, positioned as the foundational gesture product for all skin types.
3. Loyalty Program (Uriage & Moi): Points-based loyalty program rewarding purchases across all channels with status tiers (Water Protect, Water Active, Water Addict) that provide escalating cashback rates and exclusive benefits to drive retention.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Uriage researches, develops, manufactures, and sells dermatological skincare products (dermo-cosmetics) formulated around its proprietary thermal water from Uriage-les-Bains in the French Alps, which has been used therapeutically for over 200 years. The product portfolio spans thermal water, face care, body care, baby care, sun protection (Bariésun), intimate hygiene (Gyn-Phy), hair care, anti-aging (Age Absolu / Age Lift), repair (Bariéderm-CICA), atopic-prone skin (Xémose C8+), and oncology-support ranges, sold through pharmacy and parapharmacy networks plus direct e-commerce (uriage.fr and 60+ international sites) across 70+ countries.

Product overview

Uriage Dermatological Laboratories is a dermo-cosmetic brand centered on its proprietary Thermal Water from the French Alps, used for over 200 years at their Thermal Spa. The product portfolio consists of 20+ specialized sub-brands organized by skin concern: core hydration lines (HYDRATATION, EAU THERMALE RÉPARATRICE), problem-skin solutions (HYSEAC for acne-prone skin, ROSÉLIANE for redness/couperose), repair care (BARIÉDERM-CICA, CICA DAILY), atopic/dry skin relief (XEMOSE C8+), anti-aging (AGE ABSOLU, AGE LIFT), sun protection (BARIESUN), baby care (1ers SOINS BÉBÉ), intimate hygiene (GYN-PHY), hair care (D.S., AP HAIR), and specialized oncology support (ONCOLOGIE). The company also offers a loyalty program 'Uriage & Moi' and operates a thermal spa establishment treating inflammatory dermatoses.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Xémose C8+: Ceramide-rich skincare range for very dry, atopic-prone skin.
• Bariéderm-CICA
• Bariésun
• Roséliane
• Age Absolu
• Age Lift
• Hyseac
• GYN-PHY
• DS Hair
• Eau Thermale Réparatrice
• PruricED
• Cold Cream
• Kératosane
• Tolederm Control
• Depiderm
• Cica Daily
• 1ers Soins Bébé

Products and services

• Eau Thermale Réparatrice (Uriage Thermal Water) Thermal water sourced from the Uriage-les-Bains Alpine spring and packaged at the source, sold as a standalone product line in aerosol and other formats (e.g., 300ml) and serving as the foundational gesture product for all skin types. Used by consumers and recommended for sensitive, dehydrated, irritated, and damaged skin, and by oncology patients as gentle supportive care.
• Xémose C8+ Ceramide-based skincare line with 8 biomimetic ceramides that restores ceramide richness and diversity for very dry, atopic-prone skin, addressing atopic dermatitis, chronic dryness, scratching, and skin barrier dysfunction. Intended for consumers with atopic-prone skin and their families, including infants.
• Hydratation Hydrating face and body care line with delicately scented formulas designed for dehydrated skin, offering intense hydration and lasting comfort. Targets consumers experiencing dehydration, discomfort, tugging, and itching.
• Hyseac Non-comedogenic skincare line that purifies, regulates excess sebum, and effectively reduces imperfections for combination to oily and acne-prone skin. Targets excess sebum, imperfections, acne, blackheads, and shine.
• Soins & Hygiène Daily cleansing and make-up removal products for face and body that cleanse gently while preserving the skin's natural balance. Includes products such as Gelée Fraîche Démaquillante and Crème Lavante (Surgras moussant) from €13.00.
• 1ers Soins Bébé (First Care Baby) Ultra-gentle, high-tolerance baby care products enriched with Uriage Thermal Water and Edelweiss to respect the delicate skin of infants from birth. Tested under pediatric control with 96–100% natural-origin ingredients; ranges from 1ères Lingettes Nettoyantes (€6.20) to 1ère Crème Lavante (€13.10) and 1er Lait Hydratant (€9.50–€12.60).
• Age Absolu Expert anti-aging line that stimulates natural procollagen production to reduce 10 signs of aging, enriched with Retinol and Hyaluronic Acid. Includes products such as Age Absolu Sérum Micro-Redensifiant (€49.90) targeting wrinkles, loss of firmness, volume loss, and dull complexion.
• Roséliane Dermatological care for sensitive skin prone to redness and couperose that reduces redness, warming sensations, and discomfort while unifying the complexion. Includes Roséliane Soin Riche Anti-Rougeurs (€16.70) and Roséliane Sérum Lissant Correcteur Anti-Rougeurs (€28.30); visibly reduces redness within 3 weeks per clinical study.
• Bariéderm-CICA Repair care line for the whole family that soothes, promotes skin regeneration, and limits marks on weakened and irritated skin. Features the GF-Repair Patent to favor epidermis regeneration; includes Bariéderm-CICA Crème Cuivre-Zinc (€8.30–€11.40) and Bariéderm-CICA Huile Dermatologique. Reduces stretch marks appearance within 2 months.
• Bariésun Sun protection range from SPF30 to SPF50+ combining patented high-performance filtering complexes (BARIESUN, TELOMERES PROTECT, Skin Shield) and Aquaspongines to protect against UV and blue light damage. Member of 1% for the Planet, with ocean-safety studies by research units in France and New Caledonia. Includes Bariésun Lait Hydratant SPF50+ (€16.90), Stick Invisible SPF50+ (€13), Enfants (€14.30), and Huile Sèche SPF50+ (€21.90).
• Dépiderm Anti-dark spot and hyperpigmentation care line that prevents and corrects skin pigmentation irregularities, addressing hyperpigmentation, brown spots, and dull complexion.
• Gyn-Phy Intimate hygiene care line with extreme gentleness, intense freshness, and lasting comfort, tested under gynecological control. Soap-free, paraben-free; includes GYN-PHY intimate hygiene gels, refreshing mists, and GYN-8 soothing gel (82% of subjects reported immediate soothing).
• Age Lift Anti-aging filler line with instant plumping effect that fills wrinkles, firms, and smoothes the skin; includes Age Lift Filler at €36.40. Targets wrinkles, loss of firmness, and volume loss.
• D.S. Hair Dermatological hair care line for sensitive scalps prone to dandruff (pellicules, squames) and scalp discomfort.
• AP Hair Hair care line addressing various scalp conditions and hair needs.
• PruricED After-bite and itching relief care line for soothing itching sensations and skin discomfort caused by insect bites and other irritants.
• Toléderm Control Tolerance control skincare range for sensitive and reactive skin requiring maximum tolerance and minimal reactivity.
• Cold Cream Traditional dermatological cold cream formulations for protecting and nourishing very dry skin.
• Kératosane Keratolytic care line for treating calluses and rough skin areas.
• Oncologie (Oncology Selection) Dedicated oncology-support selection that combines Xémose C8+, Bariéderm-CICA, Roséliane, and Bariésun products designed to soothe, protect, and repair skin weakened by anti-cancer treatments. Uriage supports Gustave Roussy's 'Tout n'est pas rose' campaign and donates €1 to Gustave Roussy per oncology product purchase during Octobre Rose.
• Age Absolu Serum Micro-Redensifiant Premium anti-aging serum within the Age Absolu line that reduces 10 signs of aging through procollagen stimulation, retinol and hyaluronic acid. Priced at €49.90.
• Coffrets & Lots (Gift Sets and Bundles) Curated gift sets, travel kits, and promotional bundles featuring expert skincare products across Uriage ranges. Includes examples such as Coffret Age Absolu Sérum + Crème Rose at €49.50, Coffret Roséliane Sérum + Soin Anti-Rougeurs, and baby bundles at €14.40.
• Soins Visage avec SPF (Face Care with SPF) Cross-range category of face care products with integrated sun protection (SPF), combining skincare benefits with UV protection across Uriage's dermo-cosmetic face care lines.
• Uriage & Moi (Loyalty Program) Points-based loyalty program rewarding purchases across both online (uriage.fr) and pharmacy/parapharmacy channels with status tiers (Water Protect, Water Active, Water Addict) providing escalating cashback (cagnotte), exclusive benefits, product testing opportunities, and exclusive events to drive retention and recurring purchases.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduction of stretch marks appearance within 2 months (color + size)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• 1% for the PlanetminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBariésun sun care range is a member of the 1% for the Planet collective, committing to donate 1% of global Bariésun revenue to environmental associations working for environmental preservation.
• Gustave RoussycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrance's leading cancer research center and Europe's top cancer fighting institution (100 years old). Uriage supports the 'Tout n'est pas rose' campaign for triple-negative breast cancer awareness and the COMPASS clinical trial project. During October Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Uriage donates €1 to Gustave Roussy for every oncology product purchase.
• Triplettes Roses CollectiveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational action group dedicated to women affected by triple-negative breast cancer. Uriage partners with this collective to deploy joint awareness and fundraising actions alongside the Gustave Roussy 'Tout n'est pas rose' campaign.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Vichy: L'Oréal-owned dermo-cosmetic brand built on Vichy mineralizing water from the Auvergne region. Competes head-to-head with Uriage in pharmacy retail across anti-aging, hydration, and sensitive-skin categories globally.
• SVR: Independent French dermo-cosmetic laboratory focused on dermatological skincare for sensitive and problematic skin. Overlaps with Uriage on atopy, redness, and acne-prone lines distributed through pharmacy and parapharmacy channels.
• Bioderma: NAOS-owned French dermo-cosmetic brand with strong dermatologist relationships and a pharmacy-first distribution model. Direct overlap with Uriage on sensitive skin, atopy, and dermatological prescription-adjacent lines.
• CeraVe: L'Oréal-owned skincare brand built on ceramide technology with dermatologist-developed formulations. Increasingly competing with Uriage's Xémose C8+ atopy line and mass-premium hydration SKUs globally, especially in the US.
• Avène: Pierre Fabre-owned dermo-cosmetic brand also anchored on proprietary thermal spring water (Avène-les-Bains). Most direct analog to Uriage—same thermal-water heritage narrative, same pharmacy-channel model, same sensitive-skin positioning, making it the closest 1:1 competitor.
• Topicrem: French dermo-cosmetic brand owned by Mayoly, sold primarily through pharmacy channels. Competes with Uriage on hydration, baby care, and atopic-prone skin segments with comparable price positioning.
• La Roche-Posay: L'Oréal-owned French dermo-cosmetic brand specializing in skincare for sensitive skin sold through pharmacy channels worldwide. Direct competitor with comparable dermatologist-recommendation positioning, similar product breadth across skin concerns, and an overlapping global footprint in 70+ countries.
• Embryolisse: French dermo-cosmetic brand with pharmacy roots now distributed internationally. Overlaps with Uriage on face care, baby care, and sensitive skin categories, with comparable dermatologist endorsement positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Eucerin: Beiersdorf-owned dermo-cosmetic brand with deep dermatologist endorsement and broad category coverage. Competes with Uriage across hydration, atopy, sun, and anti-aging categories but at larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• Pierre Fabre Dermatologie: Parent entity of Avène and broader dermo-cosmetics portfolio (Ducray, Klorane, René Furterer). Competes with Uriage at the corporate level with a wider dermo-cosmetic and dermopharmaceutical portfolio across similar channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCKYK2v4I3Xg-53OS0QNYSGw
• Facebookfacebook.com/UriageFrance
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/laboratoires-uriage
• Instagraminstagram.com/uriagefrance
• Pinterestpinterest.fr/uriagefrance
• TikToktiktok.com/@uriagefrance

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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