2015 Oct 13
by Anuki Premachandra
Yes, you saw it right. For over 80 years this brand has embodied the notion of beauty with a definitive French touch. The premium beauty brand powerhouse was founded in 1935 by Armand Petitjean, a Frenchman who was born into a family of distillers and thus familiar with the techniques of manufacturing fragrances. Petitjean derived the name Lancôme from Le Château de Lancosme an ancient castle in Central France and was inspired to feature the roses nearby in his logo.
The beauty product brand we’ve all been waiting for has finally launched its makeup and cosmetic line, in addition to their previously launched perfume line in Sri Lanka. French luxury beauty brand Lancôme finally launches into our little nation.
Petitjean’s vision for taking this uniquely French sense of style and beauty to the world translated over the years to a holistic approach on Lancôme’s end; the complementarity between makeup, beauty care and fragrances to suit the needs of an international clientele. Today the founder’s vision has crossed oceans to over 130 countries with brand ambassadresses such as Julia Roberts, Penélope Cruz, Kate Winslet, LupitaNyong’o, Lily Collins, Alma Jodorowsky and Daria Weerbowy’s endorsements of the brand.
“It’s beautiful. It’s soft. It’s effortless.” It’s about time Sri Lanka had a proper beauty and luxury brand like Lancôme Paris. Lancôme was introduced to Sri Lanka at an elegant dinner affair at the Waters Edge on 7 October, white roses, renowned make-up artists and spotlight personalities graced the occasion.
Lancôme, which is already present in 135 countries, has one ambition in Sri Lanka: sublimate the beauty of the Sri Lankan woman, whatever her age by offering the best of science. Make life and women in Sri Lanka more beautiful and happier. Lancôme’s ambition is that every woman who comes to Lancôme to be more beautiful leaves happier.
For those wondering where to buy Lancôme’s range of products, just drop by the following Exclusive Lines outlets located at Crescat Boulevard, Majestic City and Odel – Colombo 7. Feel the difference, feel empowered.
