Garnier was founded in 1904 in France by chemist Alfred Garnier. It launched haircare products using natural ingredients. In the 1980s, Garnier expanded into sun protection, hair coloring, and styling products. It further grew its expertise in skincare and bodycare in the 1990s and 2000s. Garnier has focused on building proximity to consumers by understanding their needs and using real people as brand spokespersons. It remains committed to offering natural, affordable, and innovative beauty products.