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Bontoux - cosmetic lab in France

Bontoux operates a cosmetic lab in Saint-Auban-sur-l’Ouvèze, France, producing essential oils and natural extracts since 1898 with ISO 9001 certification.

Presentation of Bontoux

Located in Saint-Auban-sur-l’Ouvèze in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, the cosmetic lab Bontoux operates from a 10.2-hectare production site specializing in natural ingredients. Since 1898, this family-owned company has grown from local lavender distillation to:

  • 200+ references of essential oils and extracts
  • 4 production facilities worldwide
  • Partnerships with organic producers in France and Italy
  • ISO 9001 and ECOCERT® certified production

With 82 employees in France and 202 globally, Bontoux serves perfumery, flavors and cosmetics markets across 6 international subsidiaries.

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A heritage of excellence since 1898

Bontoux, established in the heart of Haute Provence, began its journey with wild lavender distillation in Montguers. Today, it operates as a leading cosmetic lab and producer of natural extracts in France.

From nature to laboratory: A complete production cycle

Operating from a 10.2-hectare facility in Saint-Auban-sur-l’Ouvèze, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Bontoux maintains strict control over its production process. The company produces over 200 references of aromatic ingredients, combining traditional methods with modern laboratory techniques.

Product range and market presence

The company’s output serves three main sectors:

  • Perfumery (40% of production)
  • Flavors (35% of production)
  • Cosmetics and aromatherapy (25% of production)

Global reach with local roots

While maintaining its French heritage, Bontoux has expanded internationally with:

  • 6 sales subsidiaries worldwide
  • 4 production sites across different regions
  • 95% international sales volume
  • 202 employees globally, including 82 at the French headquarters

Quality assurance and sustainable practices

Bontoux maintains high standards through:

  • ECOCERT® certification for organic production
  • ISO 9001 certification for quality management
  • Agricultural partnerships, including exclusive organic bergamot sourcing from Calabria

Research and development capabilities

The Saint-Auban-sur-l’Ouvèze facility houses advanced laboratory equipment for distillation and extract processing, ensuring consistent quality across all product lines.

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Bontoux opening hours

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

  • Monday

    8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tuesday

    8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wednesday

    8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thursday

    8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Friday

    8:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    July 30, 2025 11:10 pm

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Bontoux produces natural ingredients for three main sectors:

  • Perfumery (40% of production)
    • Essential oils
    • Natural extracts
    • Aromatic ingredients
  • Flavors (35% of production)
    • Natural extracts
    • Essential oils
    • Organic ingredients
  • Cosmetics and aromatherapy (25% of production)
    • Natural extracts
    • Essential oils
    • Organic ingredients

The company maintains over 200 references in its product portfolio.

Bontoux maintains the following operational framework:

Category Details
Certifications
  • ECOCERT® product certification
  • ISO 9001 certification for Bontoux SAS
Agricultural Partnerships
  • Organic bergamot partnership with Patea Azienda Agricola in Calabria
  • Wild lavender sourcing in Montguers
Production Methods
  • Natural ingredient extraction
  • Distillation processes
  • Organic production protocols

Bontoux operates multiple facilities globally:

  • Production Sites
    • Main facility: 10.2 hectares in France
    • 3 additional production locations worldwide
  • Distribution Network
    • 6 sales subsidiaries globally
    • 95% international sales coverage

Workforce Distribution:

Location Employee Count
Bontoux SAS (France) 82 employees
Global Operations 202 employees
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