The world of L’Erbolario

Since 1978, we have been dedicated to bringing you the very best that nature has to offer with our exceptional range of plant-based cosmetics. Our perfumes are inspired by plants, flowers, fruits and woods, and these very same ingredients are what make our face, hair and body products so unique.

Our history is all about love and passion for nature.

Our history

The botanical garden

Marsh Mallow, Wormwood, Marigold, Tarragon, Lavender, Rosemary and Sage: these are just a few of the medicinal plants that we grow and turn into extracts and distilled waters, the unique and special ingredients of our cosmetics.

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An endless embrace

We’ll tell you about our world through the words of the people who work passionately every day and share our values. The same values you embrace by choosing L’Erbolario.

Because embracing nature brings beauty to life.

An endless embrace

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Plant-based cosmetics

All of our cosmetics are developed in our Laboratories

The plant extracts and distilled water produced at our Extraction Laboratory are the key ingredients in all our cosmetics, which are formulated and prepared by our Research & Development Laboratory.

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

OUR OWN PLANT EXTRACTS

Our presence worldwide

With 4,800 retail stores in Italy, 200 franchise stores – including 14 abroad* – and a successful distribution network in 45 countries worldwide, L’Erbolario has become a brand synonymous with an unmistakable style that celebrates natural beauty.

200
franchise stores

including 14 abroad

4,800
retail stores

in Italy

45
countries worldwide

our distribution

100% Made in Italy

We believe that cosmetics and ethics should go hand in hand

Since our company was founded, we have been committed to promoting cosmetics that reflect our values of respect for people, animals and the environment. In 2021, we became a Benefit Company, thereby confirming our commitment to directing our activities towards an increasingly sustainable, inclusive and transparent development model.

Good for the planet

BENEFIT COMPANY

Certifications and tests for your beauty needs

We monitor the content of eight heavy metals and refuse to test our cosmetics on animals: take a look at all our tests and certifications, which demonstrate our commitment to providing you with high-performance, high-quality cosmetics produced in an environmentally friendly and cruelty-free way. 

CERTIFIED QUALITY

EFFECTIVENESS AND SAFETY

Friends of animals

Calendars & Publications

Symbols key

For further information on product composition and storage, testing, certifications and packaging type, please refer to the symbols on the product sheets.


SPF - Sun Protection Factor
SPF - Sun Protection Factor

It is a measure of how well a sunscreen will protect skin from ultraviolet rays, specifically UVB rays.

UVA protection
UVA protection

It protects the skin from UVA rays, which are responsible for skin ageing.

Water resistant
Water resistant

Water-resistant formula.

Refill
Refill

This product is a refill.

Refillable
Refillable

This product is refillable.

Certified Organic
Certified Organic

This product is certified organic.

7 tested metals
7 tested metals

Monitoring carried out on the content of at least seven metals to minimise the risk of an allergic reaction: *(Nickel, Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury, Antimony and Chromium) to protect even the most sensitive skin.

8 tested metals
8 tested metals

Monitoring carried out on the content of at least eight metals to minimise the risk of an allergic reaction: *(Nickel, Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury, Antimony, Chromium and Cobalt) and thereby to protect even the most sensitive skin.

Dermatologically tested
Dermatologically tested

This product has been shown to be well tolerated after a rigorous clinical trial aimed at identifying potential irritation or allergic reactions.

Ophthalmologically tested
Ophthalmologically tested

This product has been clinically evaluated for safety and compatibility with the eye area.

No animal-derived ingredients
No animal-derived ingredients

This product does not contain animal-derived ingredients.

Gluten Free
Gluten Free

Contains less than 20 mg/kg of gluten.

Waterless
Waterless

Cosmetics that do not contain water or formulated with only a minimal amount of water.

RPE packaging
RPE packaging

Material derived from recycled PE.

Green PET packaging
Green PET packaging

Material 30% derived from sugar cane, therefore from a renewable, plant-based source.

RPET packaging
RPET packaging

Material derived from recycled plastic bottles (post-consumer).

FSC® Paper Packaging
FSC® Paper Packaging

This paper is produced in accordance with the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council® supporting the correct and responsible management of forest resources.

PET packaging
PET packaging

Recyclable polymer.

Green PE packaging
Green PE packaging

Material 100% derived from sugar cane, therefore from a renewable, plant-based source.

RPP packaging
RPP packaging

Material derived from recycled PP.

OWP - Ocean Waste Plastic
OWP - Ocean Waste Plastic

Material derived from plastics recovered from oceans, rivers and beaches.

Reef protection
Reef protection

Compliant with the Hawaii Reef Bill. Our sunscreens do not contain Octinoxate or Oxybenzone filters, as it is believed that these are responsible for coral bleaching.

PAO - Period After Opening
PAO - Period After Opening

PAO indicates how many months a cosmetic product will retain its characteristics and remain safe for use after it has been opened for the first time.