La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay is a French dermatological skincare brand. French pharmacist Rene Levayer founded Roche-Posay Laboratories Pharmaceutiques in 1975, laying the groundwork for the brand. It works with dermatologists on products for a broad range of skin needs. Its official portfolio includes cleansers, moisturisers, serums, targeted care and sun protection. The products are sold in many countries, with local ranges and availability varying by market.

Products for daily skin routines

The range supports basic routines as well as more focused care. The official brand profile highlights Cicaplast for skin repair and comfort. The product families help shoppers navigate a large catalogue, but individual formulas and intended uses should be checked on each local product page. Users should follow the directions provided for each product.

Sun protection and targeted care

Anthelios is the brand's sun protection line, with products for face and body and a range of formats. The portfolio also includes Mela B3 for uneven tone and several cleansers and moisturisers. La Roche-Posay's product pages provide ingredient lists, usage instructions and local availability. Its official brand profile reports more than 100,000 dermatologists recommending the brand and over 800 clinical studies across ages and skin phototypes.

French group and ownership

La Roche-Posay is part of L'Oréal's Dermatological Beauty division. L'Oréal S.A. is incorporated in France and lists its headquarters in Clichy. Its 2025 ownership structure shows the Bettencourt Meyers family at 34.79 percent and Nestlé at 20.16 percent; the company says those shareholders have not acted in concert since 2018. No non-European shareholder has a 50 percent controlling stake, so this entry does not carry a non-European parent flag.