For its 40th anniversary, L’Occitane is retracing the roots of its greatest products – the Almond. Renowned since ancient times for the softening and smoothing properties of its fruits, the almond tree is key to the Provençal landscape. In February, the trees adorn themselves with a delicately scented white veil as the orchards continue to sleep. The blooms herald the start of Spring, before making way for the beautiful soft green shells, the nut of which is bursting with useful cosmetic properties.

From harvesting to shelling, sorting and pressing of the fresh almonds at the plant oil mill, all the necessary ingredients for a profitable industry have come together. The quality and traceability charmed L’Occitane into creating a whole new skincare range – the Almond range.