History

  • 1914

    Antonio Puig Castelló founds Antonio Puig S.A

    Black-and-white portrait photo of Antonio Puig Castelló, wearing a suit and looking off to the side.

  • 1922

    Launch of Milady Lipstick (first lipstick manufactured in Spain).

    Vintage line-drawing illustration of a woman with short curled hair applying Mylady lipstick while looking into a compact mirror.

  • 1940

    Launch of Agua Lavanda PUIG, a landmark fragrance.

    Three vintage Agua Lavanda Puig perfume bottles in woven wicker casings, each with a different label design, displayed against a plain background.

  • 1946

    Construction of a new factory and headquarters in Travessera de Gràcia (Barcelona).

    Interior photo of a grand staircase with ornate wrought-iron railings and a classical column, inside the Puig headquarters on Travessera de Gràcia, Barcelona.

  • 1948

    Launch of l’Air du Temps by Nina Ricci, an enduring success.

    Split image of L'Air du Temps by Nina Ricci: an artistic abstract painting on the left, and the perfume bottle with its signature glass dove stopper on the right

  • 1950

    Antonio, Mariano, José María and Enrique Puig Planas, the family’s second generation, join the company.

    Black-and-white group portrait of Antonio, Mariano, José María, and Enrique Puig Planas, the second generation of the Puig family, dressed in suits.

  • 1960

    Mariano Puig Planas authorizes construction of a factory in the Besòs Industrial Park, to keep pace with the company's international expansion.

    Black-and-white archival photo of a modernist industrial building in the Besòs Industrial Park, featuring a grid facade of large windows.

  • 1962

    Puig establishes offices in the United States.

    Black-and-white photo of the Brooklyn Bridge's suspension cables and stone tower, with the New York City skyline in the background.

  • 1966

    Launch of Moana, a leader in bath and shower gels.

    Row of Moana bath and shower gel bottles in varying shades of pink and mauve, displayed against a matching pink background.

  • 1968

    Creation of the Paco Rabanne Parfums division in France. Launch of Agua Brava.

    Agua Brava cologne bottle and heart-shaped green glass stopper displayed among leather-bound books, reflecting a classic masculine aesthetic.

  • 1969

    Launch of Calandre, the first Paco Rabanne perfume for women. Launch of Azur, a leading feminine fragrance.

    Calandre by Paco Rabanne perfume bottle with a sleek rectangular glass design and metallic cap, set against a reflective surface.

  • 1972

    Puig establishes an affiliate in the United Kingdom.

    Aerial view of London at sunset, featuring the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and the River Thames beneath a warm, hazy sky.

  • 1973

    Creation of Paco Rabanne Pour Homme, a revolutionary men's fragrance. Launch of Estivalia, bolstering the sophisticated image of Puig products.

    Paco Rabanne Pour Homme perfume bottle with a bold green hue and geometric black-and-white cap, set against a matching green background.

  • 1976

    Construction of the perfume factory in Chartres (France).

    Photo of a curved, futuristic white industrial structure under construction at the Puig perfume factory in Chartres, France.

  • 1979

    Puig establishes an affiliate in Panama.

    Black-and-white skyline view of Panama City, featuring a dense cluster of high-rise buildings along the waterfront at dusk.

  • 1982

    Quorum, the company’s most international line, wins Best Packaging of the Year at the FiFi Awards (New York).

    Quorum Eau de Toilette bottle with a dark rectangular cap, set against a blurred dark background with a geometric pattern.

  • 1987

    Puig acquires the entire Paco Rabanne business, including fashion and accessories.

    Black-and-white photo of a woman wearing round sunglasses with a compass-style design, holding a finger to her lips in a 'shh' gesture.

  • 1988

    Launch of the first Carolina Herrera designer fragrance.

    Black-and-white portrait of Carolina Herrera, smiling, wearing a white blazer and statement necklace.

  • 1995

    Acquisition of the Carolina Herrera New York fashion division.

    Black-and-white photo of a woman posing in a Carolina Herrera design, wearing a fitted black-and-white cocktail dress.

  • 1997

    Launch of 212 by Carolina Herrera New York. License agreement with Antonio Banderas and launch of Diavolo. Creation of Puig in Chile.

    Close-up of the 212 by Carolina Herrera perfume bottle, showing its silver cylindrical design with blue '212' branding and a glass stopper.

  • 1998

    Acquisition of the Nina Ricci fragrance and fashion business. CEO Mariano Puig hands over the reins of the company to the Executive Board. Puig present in Asia-Pacific.

    Black-and-white photo of a woman with flowing hair mid-motion, wearing a black off-shoulder dress, set against a garden backdrop.

  • 2000

    Acquisition of Myrurgia, the Spanish fragrance company, owner of brands such as Adolfo Dominguez, Agatha Ruiz de la Prada and Mango. Puig signs a joint venture with Chalhoub in the Middle East.

    Minimalist grey illustration of the Myrurgia brand emblem, showing a seated female figure silhouette against a softly shadowed background.

  • 2001

    Antonio Puig S.A. acquires GAL. Puig establishes affiliates in Argentina and Belgium.

    Close-up of the Gal brand logo in white cursive script, set against a dark grey background with a faint decorative reflection.

  • 2002

    Puig signs an agreement to develop fragrances for Comme des Garçons. Sales outside of Spain exceed 50 percent of the company’s total business.

    Close-up of multiple black perfume bottle caps arranged in a repeating pattern against a dark grey background.

  • 2004

    Marc Puig is named CEO.

    Black-and-white portrait of Marc Puig wearing glasses and a suit, looking to the side.

  • 2007

    Marc Puig is appointed Chairman and CEO.

    Portrait of a man with glasses and a beard, smiling, wearing a dark suit and tie against a light grey background.

  • 2008

    Launch of 1 Million by Paco Rabanne, a worldwide success. Puig enters joint venture with Shakira to launch fragrances.

    Black-and-white fashion photo of a man in a tuxedo with a bow tie, posing with one hand raised, against a plain background.

  • 2010

    Puig establishes affiliates in Russia and Brazil.

    Low-angle view of modern skyscrapers with reflective glass facades, framing a bright sun flare between the buildings.

  • 2011

    Puig acquires a majority stake in the French fashion house Jean Paul Gaultier.

    Black-and-white portrait of Marc Puig, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Manuel Puig standing together, arms crossed, in business attire.

  • 2013

    Inauguration of new headquarters on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. Launch of Invictus, a fragrance for men by Paco Rabanne. Harvard University writes a case study on Puig.

    Black-and-white photo of a revolving glass door entrance at Puig's headquarters on the Champs-Élysées, Paris, framed by stone columns.

  • 2014

    Puig celebrates its 100th Anniversary. Inauguration of Puig Tower, the company’s new corporate headquarters in Barcelona. Launch of the Puig Sustainability Program to 2020.

    Split image: a hand with red nail polish touching lavender flowers on the left, and a black-and-white view of Puig Tower's facade in Barcelona on the right.

  • 2015

    Puig acquires Penhaligon’s and L’ Artisan Parfumeur.

    Logos of Penhaligon's and L'Artisan Parfumeur displayed side by side on a plain off-white background.

  • 2016

    Puig fully integrates Jean Paul Gaultier fragrances.

    Photo of a man in a sailor-style top and a woman with blonde hair, posing close together against a black background.

  • 2018

    Puig and Christian Louboutin announce a long-term license agreement under the Christian Louboutin brand to boost the beauty business. Puig invests in Dries Van Noten fashion house as majority shareholder.

    Split image: a black-and-white portrait of a man in a suit on the left, and a Christian Louboutin perfume bottle surrounded by red roses on the right.

  • 2020

    Puig acquires a majority stake in Charlotte Tilbury, the British iconic luxury makeup and skincare brand launched in 2013.

    Portrait of Charlotte Tilbury with wavy red hair, smiling, wearing a dark textured top against a light background.

  • 2022

    Puig acquires a majority stake in Byredo and became majority shareholder of Kama Ayurveda and Loto del Sur in whose it had held a minority stake since 2019.

    Byredo 'Rose of No Man's Land' Eau de Parfum bottle with a minimalist white label and round black cap, set against a light background.

  • 2023

    Puig is Global Partner of the 37th America’s Cup and the official naming partner of the inaugural Women’s America’s Cup.

    America's Cup silver trophy reflected in water in front of a glass office building

  • 2024

    Puig acquires a majority stake in Dr. Barbara Sturm. The company unveils a new visual identity, with a logo that pays tribute to its legacy and bright future, placing creativity at the center and reflecting its culture and values. On May 3, 2024, it begins trading on the Spanish Stock Exchanges. Puig is Global Partner of the 37th America’s Cup and official naming partner of the inaugural Women’s America’s Cup.

    Photo of Uoma Beauty skincare and makeup products in white and clear packaging, arranged together against a plain background.

  • 2025

    Puig held its first Annual General Meeting since becoming a listed company​. Presentation of Colonias Absolutas Puig, a collection of eaux de cologne that reflects the company’s identity rooted in family tradition and the craftsmanship of perfumery​. Creation of the Deputy CEO role and appointment of Jose Manuel Albesa to this new position​. Puig celebrated 30 years of the Vacarisses production plant.

    Agua Brava, Agua Lavanda, Agua Noble, and Agua Mediterránea colognes in amber and teal glass bottles, displayed on stacked stones against a soft blue background.