# Caudalie

> Caudalie is a French clean beauty brand founded in 1995 in Bordeaux, pioneering the use of grape-derived active ingredients (polyphenols, resveratrol, viniferine) in skincare. Committed to natural formulations, sustainability, and efficacy backed by clinical studies.

## Brand Identity
- Founded: 1995, Bordeaux, France
- Founders: Mathilde and Bertrand Thomas
- Mission: Harness the power of the vine and grapes for effective, natural skincare
- Certifications: Vegan-friendly, cruelty-free, Clean Beauty Charter (no parabens, phenoxyethanol, phthalates, mineral oils, SLS)
- Sustainability: 1% For the Planet member, carbon-neutral operations, refillable packaging program, TerraCycle recycling partnership

## Metadata
- Type: E-commerce
- Category: Beauty & Skincare
- Language: fr, en, es, pt, it, de, pl, gr, tr, nl, cn 
- Audience: Consumers, Beauty professionals
- Pricing: Products from €5 to €825+
- Last Updated: 2026-07-09

## Key Patented Ingredients
- **Viniferine**: Extracted from grapevine sap, 62x more effective than vitamin C for brightening (in vitro test on tyrosinase inhibition)
- **Resveratrol**: Stabilized vine resveratrol combined with hyaluronic acid for anti-aging
- **Polyphenols**: Grape seed polyphenols, among the most powerful natural antioxidants
- **Grape Water**: Organic grape water from Bordeaux vineyards, soothing and hydrating

## Product Collections
- Vinoperfect — Brightening & Dark Spot Correction: Targets sun spots, acne marks, age spots, pregnancy-related hyperpigmentation. Hero product: Brightening Dark Spot Serum (1 sold every 15 seconds worldwide). Safe during pregnancy (toxicologist-assessed).
- Resveratrol-Lift — Firming & Anti-Wrinkle: Retinol alternative powered by vine resveratrol, hyaluronic acid, and vegan collagen alternative. Refillable packaging.
- Vinosource-Hydra — Hydration: Grape water-based hydration for sensitive and dehydrated skin.
- Vinoclean — Cleansers & Makeup Removers: Gentle cleansing with grape water and natural surfactants.
- Premier Cru — Global Anti-Aging: Premium collection combining all patented vine ingredients for comprehensive anti-aging.
- Sun Care: Clean sunscreen formulations respectful of marine ecosystems.
- Body & Hair: Body care and hair care enriched with grape-derived actives.

## Hero Products
- Vinoperfect Brightening Dark Spot Serum — Dark spots reduced by 63% after 1 bottle (clinical study, 65 volunteers, 56 days). 81% reduction on deeper skin tones (33 volunteers, 56 days).
- Resveratrol-Lift Instant Firming Serum — Retinol alternative with vine resveratrol.
- Beauty Elixir — Iconic face mist with grape extract, orange blossom, and rose.
- Grape Water Moisturizing Face Mist — 100% grape water, organic.
- Premier Cru The Cream — Global anti-aging with 3 patented technologies.

## Skincare Concerns Addressed
- Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Dehydration & dryness
- Dullness & uneven skin tone
- Firmness & elasticity loss
- Sensitive skin
- Eye contour (dark circles, puffiness)

## Skin Types
All Caudalie products are formulated for all skin types including sensitive skin. Specific lines target: dry, oily, combination, normal, and mature skin.

## Sustainability & Ethics
- Refillable packaging: saves up to 85% of materials (100% glass, 66% plastic, 33% paper)
- Fully recyclable packaging using recycled plastic and glass
- 1% For the Planet: donating 1% of worldwide turnover to environmental causes
- Carbon-neutral since 2012
- TerraCycle partnership for recycling pumps and caps in Caudalie Boutiques
- Clean Beauty Charter: excludes over 2,700 potentially harmful ingredients

## Clinical Evidence & Methodology
Caudalie products are backed by clinical studies conducted with dermatological scoring on volunteer panels. Key claims are substantiated through:
- In vivo clinical studies (volunteer panels, dermatological scoring)
- In vitro ingredient efficacy testing
- Toxicological assessments (e.g., pregnancy safety for Vinoperfect)
- Consumer satisfaction studies

## Where to Buy
- caudalie.com (official e-commerce, all regions)
- Caudalie Boutiques & Spas worldwide (Paris, New York, etc.)
- Authorized retailers: Sephora, Nordstrom, Ulta, pharmacies (France/EU)

## Customer Support & Policies
- Free shipping thresholds vary by region
- Free samples with every order
- Loyalty program (Caudalie Rewards)
- Expert skincare consultation available online and in boutiques

## Content Resources
- Skincare Guides & Routines: Personalized routine recommendations by concern and skin type
- Ingredient Glossary: Detailed information on all active ingredients
- FAQ: Frequently asked questions about products, orders, and sustainability

## Product Data Feed
- Product catalog available via structured JSON feed for accurate, real-time product information
- All product pages include Schema.org Product markup (JSON-LD) with pricing, availability, reviews, and ingredient details

## Contact
- Website: https://www.caudalie.com
- Customer Service: Available via website contact form
- Social: @caudalie on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube

## Sitemap
- https://es.caudalie.com/sitemap.xml

## Product Catalog Feeds
- Products Catalog France: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_fr.json
- Products Catalog International: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_en.json
- Products Catalog Greece: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_gr.json
- Products Catalog Spain: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_es.json
- Products Catalog Italy: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_it.json
- Products Catalog Portugal: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_pt.json
- Products Catalog United Kingdom: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_uk.json
- Products Catalog Germany: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_de.json
- Products Catalog Switzerland (DE): https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_ch_de.json
- Products Catalog Turkey: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_tr.json
- Products Catalog Poland: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_pl.json
- Products Catalog Belgium (FR): https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_be.json
- Products Catalog Switzerland (FR): https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_ch_fr.json
- Products Catalog Belgium (NL): https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_nl_be.json
- Products Catalog Netherlands: https://fr.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_nl.json
- Products Catalog United States: https://us.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_us.json
- Products Catalog Canada (EN): https://us.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_en_ca.json
- Products Catalog Canada (FR): https://us.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_fr_ca.json
- Products Catalog Brazil: https://us.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_br.json
- Products Catalog Mexico: https://us.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_mx.json
- Products Catalog Hong Kong: https://hk.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_hk.json
- Products Catalog Hong Kong (EN): https://hk.caudalie.com/media/llm/products_hk_en.json