Value creation

Where performance meets progress

L’Oréal is committed to dual excellence – the fusion of economic performance with environmental and social progress. Together, they guide our long-term investment decisions and allow us to create and share sustainable value with our stakeholders.

  • 1.6 m

    jobs supported worldwide
  • 50

    countries took part in #JoinTheRefillMovement campaign

Finance and sustainability: in perfect harmony

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Christophe Babule

Chief Financial Officer, L’Oréal Groupe

"It is our deep belief that our financial performance is completely tied to our progress on environmental and social issues."
"It is our deep belief that our financial performance is completely tied to our progress on environmental and social issues."

Ezgi Barcenas

Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer, L’Oréal Groupe and CEO, Fondation L’Oréal

"By sparking constant innovation in products, processes and business models, sustainability is a fundamental driver of long-term value."
"By sparking constant innovation in products, processes and business models, sustainability is a fundamental driver of long-term value."

A new lens on L’Oréal’s economic value

L’Oréal has, for the first time, mapped its full socio-economic impact across 21 strategic countries and at a global level. Conducted with independent firm Asterès using OECD-based modeling, this landmark analysis reveals the Group’s broad economic footprint — from job creation and fiscal contributions to supply chain stimulation.

The findings are clear: L’Oréal is more than a global beauty leader. It is a catalyst for national economies, a job multiplier, and a long-term fiscal partner. From suppliers to science hubs, from retail to professional salons, our entire value chain supports prosperity well beyond our walls. This data transforms beauty from perception to measurable value.

1.6 m jobs supported worldwide
1 L’Oréal job generates 16 globally (job ‘multiplier’ effect)
194 billion euros in business output generated globally

Economic Impact Results by Country

Country Jobs Supported Job Multiplier Turnover generated (€) Public Revenues (€)
USA 154,454 1 = 11 37.7 billion 5.4 billion
China 334,214 1 = 20 26.7 billion 2.8 billion
Brazil 43,300 1 = 14 3.3 billion 540 m
India 90,500 1 ~ 40 2.4 billion 175 m
Poland 17,311 1 = 12 1.9 billion 189 m
Indonesia 26,884 1 ~ 28 1.2 billion 113 m

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