Durance en Provence is situated in the heart of Provence in rural Grignan. Amongst ancient truffle beds in the centre of oak woods teeming with fragrant lavender lies Durance, the creation of Olivier Ruth and his wife Elisabeth. It is a company borne out of the couple's love for the traditions, heritage and natural produce of their native Provence. Durance's extensive line of luxury products for the body, bath and home is dedicated to the traditional techniques of extracting and blending the essential oils taken from Provence's countryside. The result is a host of natural products, comprising ingredients and fragrances native to the french countryside.
Around the Olive Tree - The olive tree has long been considered a symbol of peace and longevity - it was the egyptian Pharaohs who first discovered the abundance of benefits of its fruit. The large quantities of essential fatty acids found in olives, as well as squalene, a rare substance found in olive oil, regulate the skins natural hydration, ensuring moisture-rich skin throughout the day.
Rich in Vitamin A, olive oil also acids the renewal of healthy skin cells in dry skin, and vitamin E and polyphenols help retard the ageing process. This naturally therapeutic oil protect the skin from environmental abuse and leaves a refreshing frangrance. With products including Lip Balm, Olive butter, body lotion, hand cream, shower gels and gentle soaps, you can enjoy the benefits of olives all over your body, in and out of the shower and bath. |
