Yves Rocher dies

Yves Rocher, founder of the cosmetics and fragrance firm that bears his name, passed away in France Saturday at the age of 79. His grandson will take over the Yves Rocher company. You can read more at France24.

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  1. Absolute Scentualist
    Posted on 28 December 2009

    Oh that’s too bad. I’ve only recently discovered the greatness that is Yves Rocher products and am enjoying them thoroughly. RIP, Monsieur Rocher, and thank you for creating products and a brand that celebrates your creativity and passion and allowing us to experience them. :(

    • Robin
      Posted on 28 December 2009

      It’s definitely one of the better low cost brands. Was very surprised to learn he got his start w/ a hemorrhoid cream!

  2. Dolly
    Posted on 28 December 2009

    I did not know he got his start that way. I can remember using Yves Rocher products a few times over the years, from his skincare to a few of his fragrances. Shopping in his catalogs was always fun.

    • Robin
      Posted on 28 December 2009

      I buy a load of stuff every so often when they have a sale :-)

  3. Posted on 28 December 2009

    I can’t speak for the skin care, but they’ve had some really terrific scents over the years–Clea (aldehydic floral), Cantata (gourmand), Samarkande (sexy oriental), and Nature Millennaire pour Homme (the smell of fall) are sadly discontinued, but Secrets d’Essences Voile D’Ambre and Cocoon are still available, and lots of people love the other two scents in the Secrets line, Rose Absolue and Iris Noir.

    • Robin
      Posted on 28 December 2009

      Yes, they make some great scents for the price. I still need to try the jasmine in the Secrets d’Essences line.

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