Key dates
- 1950
- 1957
- 1977
- 1996
- 1997
- 2001
- 2009
- 2010
1950 - Dermo-Cosmetics
Creation of Laboratoires Expanscience, initially specializing in Dermo-Cosmetics. Launch of the first Mustela Lait de Toilette on the market, a real revolution for the time.
1957 - Rheumatology
Laboratoires Expanscience directs its efforts towards pharmaceutical specialties. This is also the starting point for the company’s international development, with the creation of Belgian and Spanish subsidiaries.
1977 - Marketing of cosmetic active ingredients
Laboratoires Expanscience develops and markets cosmetic active ingredients and innovative plant extracts for the cosmetics industry. Supported by continuing research efforts, this activity enhances the company’s expertise in the field of fatty substances and molecular distillation.
1996 - Dermatology
After creating innovative dermatological care products, the company gives a new boost to this activity by developing the Noviderm brand. Acne treatment becomes a strategic priority for Laboratoires Expanscience.
1997 - New development strategy
This is based on the synergies to be developed between the different initial activities (dermo-cosmetics, rheumatology and dermatology). It also strengthens operations with prescribers, advocates and distributors in France, and develops the company’s presence abroad.
2001 - Dental Care
Laboratoires Expanscience consolidates its presence on the dental care market and gives this activity the resources for independent development.
2009 - New subsidiary in Poland
A subsidiary dedicated to dermo-cosmetic activities is created in Poland, the biggest of the new EU member states (population 38 million).
2010 - 60 years of commitment
In 2010, Laboratoires Expanscience celebrated 60 years of commitment to patients and consumers, prescribers, promoters, distributors, stakeholders and employees.
2010 was also the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Mustela brand.
