Bausch + Lomb France

What Bausch + Lomb France does

Bausch + Lomb France is the French operating subsidiary of the global ophthalmology group Bausch + Lomb, headquartered in Montpellier and tracing its French origins to 1924 with the founding of Laboratoire Chauvin in Aubenas by Alfred Chauvin and Henri Blache. The entity operates two registered companies from a single address at 416 rue Samuel Morse — Bausch+Lomb France SAS (capital €163.65M) and Laboratoire Chauvin SAS (capital €3.04M) — and runs three therapeutic divisions: pharmacy (OTC and prescription products for glaucoma, inflammation, cataract, dry eye, and allergy), contactology (multifunction solutions including ReNu and Biotrue, and contact lenses for myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia, and astigmatism), and ophthalmic surgery (intraocular implants, surgical equipment, and consumables for cataract, refractive, and retinal surgery).

The portfolio extends beyond pharmaceuticals into branded nutraceuticals (PreserVision 3 capsules, sticks, and a femme-specific formula containing DHA, zinc, and vitamins C and E; C'Zen wellness line for sleep and nausea), ophthalmic medical devices (Aqualarm range with hyaluronic acid, povidone, and blue light protection variants), and CE-marked thermotherapy products (ThermCool gels, roll-ons, sprays, and ThermHot heating patches). Distribution is hybrid: B2B through French pharmacies and direct healthcare professional sales for surgical and contactology products, and B2C via the proprietary eboutique.bausch.fr e-commerce platform with a six-month subscription option for PreserVision 3, home delivery via Colissimo, and Stripe-processed payments.

The company serves two primary customer segments — patients/consumers seeking eye health, dry eye relief, nutritional supplementation, and pain management products, and healthcare professionals (ophthalmologists, surgeons, pharmacists) requiring prescription products, surgical devices, and contactology solutions. Pricing on e-commerce products ranges from €6.20 for basic eye drops to €59.54 for three-month supplement boxes, with subscription pricing at €19.10/month. The French subsidiary operates as a private entity within the publicly traded Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE: BHC) parent group.

Name

Bausch + Lomb France

Legal name

Bausch+Lomb France SAS

Website

https://bausch.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1924

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bausch + Lomb France is the French ophthalmology subsidiary of global pharma group Bausch + Lomb, headquartered in Montpellier, operating pharmacy, contactology, and ophthalmic surgery divisions serving patients, pharmacists, and ophthalmic surgeons across France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmic Pharmaceuticals

NAICS

Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115), Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (3254), Ophthalmic Goods Merchant Wholesalers (423460)

SIC

Ophthalmic Goods (3851), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Ophthalmology Pharmaceuticals (HLAIAAAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Ophthalmology Specialty Pharmaceuticals (HLAIACAK)

Keywords

• Ophthalmic pharmaceuticals
• Eye care products
• Contact lens solutions
• Intraocular implants
• Dry eye treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

Montpellier

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Pharmaceutical Products: Sale of prescription and OTC pharmaceutical products through pharmacies, including eye drops, anti-inflammatory medications, and allergy treatments for glaucoma, inflammation, cataract, and dry eye conditions
2. Medical Devices and Surgical Products: Sale of contact lenses, lens care solutions, intraocular implants, and surgical equipment and consumables for ophthalmic surgery
3. Nutritional Supplements: Sale of PreserVision 3 supplements, C'Zen products through e-commerce and pharmacies. Includes subscription model for regular delivery of eye health supplements
4. E-commerce Direct Sales: Direct consumer sales through eboutique.bausch.fr featuring Aqualarm eye care products, ThermCool/ThermHot pain relief products, and nutritional supplements with home delivery

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Bausch + Lomb France is an international pharmaceutical laboratory dedicated entirely to ophthalmology, operating across three therapeutic divisions: family medication (OTC and prescription pharmaceuticals for allergy, inflammation, dry eye, glaucoma), contactology (contact lenses and care solutions including ReNu and Biotrue brands), and ophthalmic surgery (intraocular implants, surgical equipment and consumables). The company also markets a direct-to-consumer range of nutritional supplements (PreserVision 3, C'Zen), ophthalmic medical devices (Aqualarm line), and thermotherapy pain relief products (ThermCool, ThermHot, Therapearl) via its e-boutique.

Product overview

Bausch + Lomb France is an international pharmaceutical laboratory dedicated to ophthalmology, operating across three main divisions: Pharmacy (OTC and prescription), Contactology, and Ophthalmic Surgery. The company's product portfolio includes: (1) Nutraceuticals: PreserVision 3 line (Capsules, Stick, Femme) for ocular health with DHA, zinc, and vitamins; C'Zen line (Nuit, États Nauséeux, Chronospray) for wellness; (2) Ophthalmic Medical Devices: Aqualarm line for dry eye treatment including Triple Action, Intensive variants (Spray, UD, UP), and the new Écran (Blue Light Protection); (3) Thermotherapy Pain Relief: ThermCool line (Gel, Roll-on, Spray, Thermal Gel Packs) and ThermHot heating patches; (4) Surgical Products: Intraocular implants, surgical equipment, and consumables for refractive, cataract, and retina surgery. Products are sold through the e-boutique online shop with a subscription option (Abonnement Privilège 6 mois) for PreserVision 3 products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PreserVision: Nutritional supplement brand for ocular health, including PreserVision 3 capsules, sticks, and PreserVision 3 Femme products.
• Aqualarm
• C'Zen
• ThermCool
• ThermHot
• TheresPearl

Products and services

• PreserVision 3 Capsules Ocular dietary supplement containing DHA, zinc, and vitamins C and E to help protect cells against oxidative stress and maintain normal visual function. Available in 1-month (60 capsules) and 3-month (180 capsules) boxes. Targeted at adults seeking nutritional support for eye health.
• PreserVision 3 Stick Orodispersible microgranule supplement with Omega-3 from microalgae (sustainable DHA source), zinc, and vitamins C and E. Available in 30-stick (1 month) and 90-stick (3 months) boxes. Designed for convenient daily intake.
• PreserVision 3 Femme Dietary supplement for ocular and bone health formulated for women. Contains vitamins C, E and zinc to protect cells against oxidative stress, plus vitamin D for normal bone structure and calcium absorption.
• PreserVision 3 Subscription Service (Abonnement Privilège 6 mois) Six-month subscription delivering PreserVision 3 products (capsules, sticks, or Femme formula) every six months. Monthly installment payment of €19.10 including shipping, with tacit renewal unless cancelled.
• C'Zen Nuit 30-tablet supplement designed for nighttime use as part of the C'Zen natural wellness product line. Targeted at adults seeking sleep support.
• C'Zen États Nauséeux 30-tablet supplement for managing nausea symptoms, part of the C'Zen natural wellness line.
• C'Zen Nuit Chronospray 20 mL spray supplement with melatonin for nighttime use, an alternative delivery format within the C'Zen line.
• Aqualarm Triple Action Ophthalmic solution for intense dry eyes providing triple-action hydration and protection. Medical device for dry eye sufferers.
• Aqualarm Intensive Spray Ophthalmic spray providing intensive relief for red, dry, and tired eyes. Medical device formulation.
• Aqualarm Intensive UD (Unit Doses) 30 × 0.5 mL single-use unit doses containing hyaluronic acid for hydration. Designed for chronic dry eye sufferers seeking preservative-free individual application.
• Aqualarm Intensive UP Flacon 10 mL multi-dose bottle with hyaluronic acid 0.24% for severe dry eye relief. Preservative-free formula suitable for contact lens wearers and family use.
• Aqualarm UP Flacon (Povidone 2%) 10 mL ophthalmic solution with Povidone 2% for dry eyes and discomfort, providing lubrication and relief.
• Aqualarm UD (Povidone 2%) 30 × 0.5 mL unit doses with Povidone 2% providing lubricating relief for dry eyes and discomfort.
• Aqualarm Écran - Blue Light and UV Protection 10 mL ophthalmic collyre designed to relieve eye discomfort from prolonged screen exposure. Contains sodium hyaluronate (0.12%), vitamin B12 (0.010%), and rosmarinic acid for blue light and UV protection. Compatible with daily contact lenses.
• ThermCool Gel 100 mL topical cooling gel for muscle and joint pain relief with essential oils (peppermint, rosemary, cajeput, thyme), menthol, harpagophytum, horsetail, camphor, and green clay. CE-marked Class I medical device.
• ThermCool Roll-on 50 mL roll-on gel for arthritic, traumatic, and muscular pain. Contains essential oils, menthol, harpagophytum, horsetail, camphor, and green clay. CE-marked Class I medical device. For use from age 7.
• ThermCool Spray Anti-Douleur Gaulthérie 75 mL pain relief spray for muscle, joint, and traumatic pain with gaultheria essential oil. Contains menthol and camphor for immediate thermal effect. CE-marked Class I medical device.
• ThermCool&Hot Poche de Gel Thermique Multizones 11 × 26 cm reusable hot/cold gel pack for bruises, sprains, trauma, lumbago, torticollis, and rheumatism. CE-marked Class I medical device. Can be stored in freezer for cold therapy or heated for warm therapy.
• ThermCool&Hot Poche de Gel Thermique Flex Plus 11 × 24 cm thermal gel pocket with 3 compartments for better flexibility. Reusable hot/cold therapy for lumbago and torticollis. Includes cover. CE-marked Class I medical device.
• ThermHot Patch Chauffant Multizones 13 × 10 cm heating patch providing 12-hour sustained heat relief for tense muscles, fatigue, cramps, and menstrual pain. Non-medicated patch. Class IIa CE-marked medical device.
• ReNu and Biotrue Contact Lens Care Solutions Multifunction contact lens solutions for all types of contact lenses, including the bio-inspired Biotrue formulation. Sold through pharmacy distribution for contact lens wearers in France.
• Bausch + Lomb Contact Lenses Innovative contact lenses for correcting myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia, and astigmatism. Distributed through French pharmacies and contactology channels.
• Ophthalmic Surgical Products (Intraocular Implants, Equipment, Consumables) Intraocular implants, surgical equipment and consumables, instrumentation, and ophthalmic solutions for refractive surgery, cataract surgery, and retina surgery. Targeted at ophthalmic surgeons and surgical departments.
• Family Medication (Médication familiale) Over-the-counter pharmaceutical products for common ailments including allergy, inflammation, dry eye, and mosquito/tick treatments. Distributed through French pharmacies.
• Prescription Pharmaceutical Products (Produits de prescription) Prescription pharmaceutical products including Vidisan and other Rx medications for the treatment of glaucoma, inflammation, and cataract. Prescribed by ophthalmologists and dispensed through pharmacies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Cataract surgery affects over 20% of population after age 65 and over 60% after 85 in France
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Stripe Payment EuropecoreOthersPayment processing partner for e-commerce transactions on eboutique.bausch.fr, providing secure online payment processing for credit card transactions (Visa, Mastercard) and SEPA direct debit for subscriptions
• ColissimocoreOthersLogistics and delivery partner for e-commerce orders, providing home delivery services in Metropolitan France and Monaco with 24-48 hour delivery timeframes
• LNB LogistiquecoreOthersWarehouse and logistics partner located in Criquetot sur Longueville handling product returns and reverse logistics for the e-commerce operation

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CooperVision: Major global contact lens manufacturer and contactology solutions provider. Directly competes in the French contact lens and lens-care segment against Bausch + Lomb's ReNu, Biotrue, and lens product lines.
• Alcon: Global leader in eye care across surgical, vision care, and pharmaceuticals. Directly comparable to Bausch + Lomb France across all three therapeutic divisions (pharmacy, contactology, surgery) and competes head-to-head in intraocular implants and contact lens solutions in France.
• Horus Pharma: Independent French ophthalmology specialty laboratory focused on ocular surface, dry eye, and nutrition products. Closely comparable French-market competitor in the same OTC and nutraceutical eye-health categories.
• Laboratoires Théa: French-headquartered specialty ophthalmology company focused on prescription eye drops and ocular surface disease. Closest direct domestic peer in the French pharmacy and prescription ophthalmology segment, with comparable go-to-market through ophthalmologists and pharmacies.
• Johnson & Johnson Vision: Major ophthalmology player in contact lenses (Acuvue) and surgical (intraocular lenses, cataract equipment). Directly comparable in French contactology and ophthalmic surgery segments and competes on R&D-driven product cycles.
• Hoya Corporation (Vision Care): Japanese optical and contact lens manufacturer with significant ophthalmic lens and IOL business. Comparable in French contactology and surgical IOL segments, competing against Bausch + Lomb's lens and surgical portfolios.
• Carl Zeiss Meditec: Leading supplier of ophthalmic surgical microscopes, IOLs, and diagnostic equipment. Directly comparable in the ophthalmic surgery division, particularly for cataract and refractive surgery consumables and equipment sold to French surgeons.
• Santen Pharmaceutical: Japan-based specialty ophthalmology pharmaceutical company with strong presence in Europe. Directly comparable as a prescription-ophthalmology specialist competing in glaucoma, dry eye, and allergy indications sold through French ophthalmologists.

Broad incumbents

• AbbVie (Allergan Aesthetics/ Eye Care): Large diversified pharmaceutical company that acquired Allergan's ophthalmology franchise (including dry-eye and glaucoma treatments). Comparable as a broad incumbent with an ophthalmology portfolio, though operating as part of a much larger pharma organization rather than as a specialist.

Emerging players

• Nicox: French ophthalmology R&D company focused on therapeutics for glaucoma and ocular surface disease. Comparable French specialty ophthalmology player, though smaller and more R&D-stage, with overlap in the prescription ophthalmic segment.

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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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