Garnier Ultra Dolce Charcoal & Black Seed Oil Shampoo

Brand Origin and History

Garnier was founded in Blois, France, in 1904 by Alfred Amour Garnier, who patented the first plant-based hair lotion. Over decades, the brand built a reputation for developing accessible, nature-inspired cosmetic and haircare products, expanding to skin care and hair coloring worldwide.

Ownership

In 1965, Garnier was acquired by the French cosmetics multinational L'Oréal S.A., becoming a cornerstone of its Consumer Products Division. Today, L'Oréal remains the ultimate parent company, operating Garnier across global mass-market retail channels.

Manufacturing and Distribution

Garnier's hair care products for European markets, including this Ultra Dolce formulation, are primarily produced at L'Oréal's specialized manufacturing sites across Europe, notably in Poland (such as the L'Oréal plant in Warsaw/Kaniów) and France. In Italy, distribution and local marketing are overseen by L'Oréal Italia S.p.A.