About Olvea
Located in the cosmetic lab facilities at Parc D’Activite des Hautes Falaises in St Leonard, Seine Maritime, Olvea operates an eco-refining center for vegetable oils. The company manages sustainable supply chains across:
- Morocco – Argan and Hazelnut oils
- Burkina Faso – Shea butter and Sesame oil
- Kenya – Avocado and Macadamia oils
With EcoVadis Platinum recognition and COSMOS certification, Olvea’s French facility leads in sustainable cosmetic ingredient production and fair trade practices.
Frequently asked questions
OLVEA produces and supplies vegetable oils for cosmetic applications through:
- Product Categories
- Argan oil
- Shea butter
- Avocado oil
- Macadamia oil
- Hazelnut oil
- Sesame oil
- Certifications
- COSMOS Approved
- Organic certification
- Fair trade certification
- Upcycled ingredients
The company operates eco-refining facilities to process these oils according to industry standards.
OLVEA maintains the following standards and recognitions:
- Environmental Performance
- EcoVadis Platinum Medal recipient (3 consecutive years)
- ‘B’ score from Carbon Disclosure Project 2023
- SMETA audit compliance
- Corporate Responsibility
- CSR program established in 2018
- Quantified sustainability goals for 2029
- Top 1% CSR performance ranking
- Supply Chain Standards
- Local transformation practices
- Fair trade partnerships
- Environmental sustainability protocols
OLVEA maintains supply chains across three main regions:
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| Burkina Faso |
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| Kenya |
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Each region operates with local transformation facilities and established supplier networks.
More details about Olvea
A leading French producer of natural oils for cosmetics
Located in St Leonard, Seine Maritime, Olvea operates as a cosmetic lab specializing in the production of vegetable oils for the beauty industry. From its base at the Parc D’Activite des Hautes Falaises, the company has built an international reputation for quality and sustainability.
International supply chain expertise
Olvea maintains direct partnerships across multiple continents, sourcing raw materials from:
- Morocco – Argan and Hazelnut oils
- Burkina Faso – Shea butter and Sesame oil
- Kenya – Avocado and Macadamia oils
Quality standards and certifications
Operating from its French facilities, Olvea produces oils that meet strict international standards:
- COSMOS Approved certification
- Organic certification
- Fair trade verification
- SMETA audit compliance
Environmental commitment and achievements
The company’s dedication to sustainability is demonstrated through:
- EcoVadis Platinum Medal recognition for three consecutive years
- ‘B’ score in the 2023 Carbon Disclosure Project
- Structured CSR goals targeting 2029
Local transformation and global impact
From its Seine Maritime location, Olvea combines local processing capabilities with global sourcing networks. This approach enables the company to maintain control over product quality while supporting sustainable development in its partner communities.
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