“Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own economic, environmental, and social needs.”

Brundtland Report “Our Common Future,” United Nations World Commission on Environment and Development, 1987.

For over 25 years, I Provenzali has been offering cosmetics inspired by herbal tradition and certified organic cosmetics. The selection of raw materials, the attention paid to formula development and the choice of packaging materials are central to our approach. Our path is oriented towards continuous improvement, with the goal of combining quality with a commitment to providing clear and verifiable information about our products and the choices that characterize them.

On May 31, 2018, I Provenzali certified the first Sustainable Cosmetics specification in Italy, approved by an independent third-party body that verified its implementation. This technical specification is subject to constant review to ensure a process of continuous improvement. The following commitments must be respected:

The voluntary choice to characterize all I Provenzali cosmetics with these characteristics was born from the need to harmonize in a single tool all the commitments we have always undertaken. The goal is to try to provide an innovative contribution that will not only make us more beautiful, but more aware! To avoid the risk of creating and then using a self-referential tool, we asked an independent third-party body, a world leader in control, verification and certification services for Quality, Environment, Safety and Social Responsibility, to verify the consistent application of our Specifications throughout all phases of cosmetic product creation, from design to production.

The 28/05/21 Rina Services Spa has issued the certificate n. COSM_DTP01_01/2021.

I Provenzali always declares the exact percentages of organic and natural ingredients contained in its formulas on the label, using clear and unambiguous language. Additionally, inside each label, you’ll find a second page with detailed information, translating all the raw materials from technical to everyday language and describing their functions…we call it the PEEL-OFF LABEL.

The entire I Provenzali production chain, from raw materials to the finished product, is certified by LAV, the Anti-Vivisection League.

On November 4, 2003, Gianasso, for I Provenzali natural and organic cosmetics, was one of the first companies in Italy to adhere to the International Standard “Stop Animal Testing,” undergoing periodic audits by ICEA for LAV and obtaining Certificate No. 009. This independent certification reflects a specific moral commitment: today, in fact, the European Union bans all animal testing in the cosmetics industry, but I Provenzali has chosen to maintain the voluntary Certification, because since 2003 it has followed a policy of not resorting to animal testing, making its ethical choice a guarantee for consumers and not including raw materials tested on animals since long before Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 on cosmetic products imposed the ban.

Since 1977, LAV has fought against animal exploitation and for the recognition of their rights, promoting laws that protect them and monitoring their implementation.

Furthermore, LAV conducts awareness and information campaigns for citizens and develops educational projects aimed at children and schools, thus achieving its objectives, such as Laws 189/2004 against Animal Cruelty and Law 201/2010 against Puppy Trafficking.

Italy is now the second country in the world to ban dog and cat fur and one of the first in Europe to ban seal fur. Companies certified by ICEA for LAV undertake not to conduct, either directly or through third parties, animal testing on raw materials, semi-finished products, or finished products, and also monitor their suppliers and manufacturers.

Our Technical Specifications require that all I Provenzali product formulas are 100% vegan, free from animal-derived ingredients. Raw materials are selected through a careful evaluation of suppliers and their documentation, in compliance with the requirements of the certification standards adopted by the company.

Since 2012, we have been using electricity from the company’s photovoltaic system for our production site in Campomorone. The electricity purchased from the grid is also covered by Guarantees of Origin (GOs), certifying its production from renewable sources (hydroelectric, solar, wind, geothermal, and biomass) according to the system managed by the Energy Services Manager (GSE) in compliance with European regulations.

The system is composed of 350 photovoltaic panels that produce part of the electricity used in production activities. The use of the photovoltaic system is part of the company’s initiatives for more efficient management of energy resources.

Photovoltaic systems generate energy by harnessing the sun. Solar panels use semiconductor materials, such as silicon, to convert solar radiation into electricity.

For I Provenzali products, we carefully select both primary and secondary packaging components through a serius assessment of our suppliers. We favor partners who adopt recognized standards, such as FSC® certification for paper and wood-based materials and who invest in the development and use of recycled materials, in line with the evolving European regulatory framework for packaging.

Recycling refers to the process by which materials derived from waste are recovered and transformed to be reused as new resources within production cycles. For I Provenzali, the choice of packaging materials is an important element of the product development process. Therefore, where technically possible and compatible with the required quality, safety and performance requirements, we favor components containing recycled materials from certified supply chains. This approach is consistent with the evolving European regulatory framework for packaging and the circular economy.

The paper or cardboard packaging of I Provenzali products bears the FSC® mark, the mark of responsible forest management – Forest Stewardship Council®: this mark ensures that the entire wood-paper supply chain comes from environmentally friendly forest management.

All I Provenzali packs inform and encourage proper recycling.

I Provenzali’s commitment to using certified materials also extends to the creation of its display units, choosing FSC® certified wooden furniture designed for small and large supermarkets for the display and sale of I Provenzali brand products.

All I Provenzali products undergo laboratory testing to ensure quality and safety standards.

I Provenzali technicians conduct quality tests on new formulations, on each production batch. Products with specific claims are also subjected to efficacy testing in independent, specialized external laboratories.

All I Provenzali products are dermatologically tested, some of them on sensitive skin. For all production orders, we also perform tests at external laboratories to determine heavy metals (nickel, chromium, and cobalt). Each product is marked with the maximum acceptable limit (which varies based on the specific product).

I Provenzali cosmetics are designed and produced entirely in Italy, thus maintaining and creating new jobs, generating income and wealth for the country’s well-being. I Provenzali cosmetics are produced entirely in Italy, from design to packaging.

With its Lavanda Ligure and Ulivo Ligure product lines, I Provenzali has chosen to use active ingredients obtained from local plants and flowers.

Responsible resource management is a fundamental principle of I Provenzali’s philosophy. For this reason, for our Sweet Almond Oil, we use only waste from the almond harvest and production that cannot be used for human consumption. This choice allows us to enhance the raw material while maintaining its cosmetic qualities and renowned emollient and moisturizing properties. We have signed a “Waste Raw Material Supply Declaration” with our suppliers to ensure traceability and proper raw material qualification.

A genuine commitment based on concrete actions for local communities. I Provenzali supports the projects of Treedom, a Benefit Corporation founded in Florence in 2010 that allows individuals and businesses to finance tree planting in 17 countries around the world. Trees are planted by local farming communities in Africa, Latin America, Asia and even Italy and through the website treedom.net they can also become a valuable gift. Because planting a tree is not just a symbolic gesture, but a concrete action, designed to contribute over time to the health of the soil and the local microclimate. A project that also aims to generate value for the community, supporting the work and future harvests of the farmers involved. Our commitment is also taking shape in Italy: in the heart of Campania Region, a plot of land reclaimed from organized crime has become a symbol of rebirth and I Provenzali, together with Treedom, have planted over 80 olive trees at the Masseria Antonio Esposito Ferraioli.