ABOUT
The story of a French organic cosmetics manufacturer
Established in the heart of a small town in Provence since 2002 (Bollène), Le Secret Naturel was born from an alliance between André Arnaud, President of Le Secret Naturel, graduated in economics, law, banking and financial techniques and Janine Blanchard, a food engineer, graduated in botany, herbology and aromatherapy.
Initially, the company was a soap factory producing organic soaps with only the following ingredients: the treasures of the south and lots of sunshine. Passionate about natural cosmetics, Janine began to develop creams and balms from local vegetable oils.
Little by little, André was convinced by Janine's creations. However, although Provence is a region rich in natural ingredients, the choices were limited. It was necessary to explore further to enjoy the benefits of natural ingredients from elsewhere. This is how the offer of Le Secret Naturel has expanded over the years. There are still a few soaps in the Le Secret Naturel ranges, they coexist with balms, creams, hair care products, etc. “The artisans of organic products”
A pioneering company in Certified organic cosmetics
Le Secret Naturel is one of the very first companies to have been certified by Cosmebio. The Cosmébio label and Le Secret Naturel were created in the same year: in 2002. For more than 20 years, we have been pursuing the primary objective of André Arnaud and Janine Blanchard: to offer and promote cosmetic care that is good for health and the planet.
With the treasures that nature offers us, we develop cosmetic and hygiene products intended for the whole family. Because there is nothing better than a healthy ingredient rich in its natural virtues. We draw each ingredient from nature with the aim of making it even more precious.
Handmade organic beauty products
We are artisans, passionate creators and proud of our professions. Proud to work with noble raw materials in a company on a human scale, respectful of nature and people. Our products are formulated and manufactured in our laboratories, by hand. This is, in our opinion, the best way to preserve all the virtues of our ingredients.
From the creation of formulas, to the marketing of products, including their manufacture, we are careful to respect our ideals. True to our values, we continue our efforts and we are always evolving in favor of a better future.
As a creator and manufacturer of natural and organic cosmetics, we cultivate our artisanal knowledge acquired over 20 years. Even today, the majority of our products are still manufactured by hand, in our laboratories, by a team of qualified and passionate people. This is, in our opinion, the best way to preserve all the virtues of our ingredients.
2023 : Mr. Arnaud retires
After 21 years at the head of Le Secret Naturel alongside Janine Blanchard, André Arnaud retired at the end of 2023. Le Secret Naturel was acquired by the Montagut Développement Industrial Group chaired by Nicolas Gros. His brother, Antoine Gros, was appointed Director of the company. As for Janine Blanchard, Head of Research/Development and Quality, she will retain her position. This acquisition marks an important step in our journey and offers us great opportunities. In 2024, we are working on new projects and are eager to see the company continue its development. New products, new markets, new objectives, this breath of fresh air brings some changes, but our main mission and our DNA do not change.
We are continuing our efforts to always offer organic care of optimal quality, best meeting the expectations of people looking for healthy products for themselves and for the planet.
Le Chatelard 1802: sister company
The acquisition by the Montagut Développement Industrial Group marks the beginning of a collaboration with another Provençal company also belonging to the group: Le Chatelard 1802. Le Chatelard 1802 offers a wide range of artisanal soaps, scented candles and home fragrances inspired by the scents of Provence. With the acquisition of the two companies, Montagut aims to perpetuate historic companies, players in Provençal heritage, by pooling their respective strengths.
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