About Avene

The discovery of the medical quality of the Saint Odile spring in Avene was made in 1736.

According to legend, a horse that belonged to the Marquis of Rocozels was turned loose to roam the slopes of the Black Mountain due to severe skin disease. It found a thermal spring near Avene. After drinking from the spring and rolling in its waters, the horse's coat became shiny again and soon it’s skin disease was completely cured.

Dermalogical Benefits Recognized in 1874.

The Marquis of Rocozels, who was then the owner of the site, builds the first thermal spring facility in Avène to treat patients suffering from atopic dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, and burns. The reputation of the Avene Thermal Spring Water quickly grows, and Avene Thermal Spring Water, known for its soothing properties to treat skin diseases, is acknowledged by the French government to be of “public benefit”.

Avene Hydrotherapy Center. Since 1966.

In 1966, the original Avène Hydrotherapy Center, connected directly to the source of the spring to ensure the quality of Avene Thermal Spring Water, is approved for reimbursement by the French Social Security System. Today, not far from the old baths, a new Avene Hydrotherapy Center is opened with modern day facilities to accommodate up to 2,000 patients.

Avene Skincare.

Launched in 1993, the Avene skincare brand was created to capture the same healing benefits to soothe sensitive skins worldwide. Formulated with Avene Thermal Spring Water and bottled directly from the source of the spring, the Avène skincare brand addresses the needs of all types of sensitive skin.