Kérastase Hair Care

Brand Heritage and Professional Roots

Kérastase was founded in 1964 by François Dalle in France under the L'Oréal Group. It was established as a luxury professional hair care line designed to provide high-end, science-backed treatments that were previously only available in elite salons. The brand pioneered the concept of 'hair diagnostics,' where stylists prescribe specific rituals based on the unique needs of a client's scalp and fiber.

Global Manufacturing and Expertise

While the brand's heart remains in Paris, its manufacturing is concentrated in specialized facilities within Europe. A significant portion of its production, including the popular Nutritive and Resistance lines, is manufactured in Spain at the Productos Capilares facility in Burgos. This site is a hub for L'Oréal’s professional products, utilizing advanced dermatological research to maintain consistent product quality for global distribution.

Corporate Ownership and Distribution

Kérastase has always been a prestige brand within the L'Oréal Professional Products Division. As of 2026, it remains under the ultimate ownership of L’Oréal S.A., headquartered in Clichy, France. The brand is distributed worldwide through a network of luxury hair salons and authorized high-end retailers. In various regions, local subsidiaries like L'Oréal India or L'Oréal USA manage marketing and distribution, ensuring the brand maintains its status as the world’s leading professional luxury hair care authority.