Lancôme (Firm)
Organization
Dates
- Existence: 1935-
Biography
Originally a fragrance house, Lancôme was founded by a French chap named Armand Petitjean back in 1935. His five perfumes were an immediate success and he soon moved on to skincare. The first product, a multi-tasking repair cream called Nutrix, was launched in 1936 and is still available today (£51 for 125ml, available from the Guardian Fashion Store). Two years later he expanded into cosmetics with a pinky-red lipstick scented with roses that remained a bestseller for the following 30 years. L'Oréal acquired Lancôme in 1964, and it is now known as one of the largest luxury skincare companies in the world.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Cosmetics & Toiletries - Lancôme, 1980-1994, 1980-1994
folder
Identifier: SC.FITA.3.20.7.1.63
Scope and Contents
Seven press kits produced by Lancôme, in addition to three articles concerning the firm.
Dates:
1980-1994