L'OREAL (U.K.) LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
68Fair
1.0vs last year
#2567 in UK
#56 in Healthcare And Wellbeing
#1043 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00271555
Registered Address
Gateway Central, 187 Wood Lane, London, United Kingdom, W12 7SA
Status
Active
Employee Count
3,098
Turnover
£1,267,500,000
EBITDA
£194,400,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
24 December 1932
Nature of Business
46450 - Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics
47750 - Retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores
Industries
Healthcare And Wellbeing
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
33 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
45%
31-60 Days
54%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms9%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-07-29
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202530 Jul 20253544%55%1%8%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202429 Jul 20243345%54%1%9%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20243252%47%1%11%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202326 Jul 20233448%51%1%10%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20223248%50%2%13%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20223245%53%2%9%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202127 Jul 20213243%55%2%8%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20203260%37%3%11%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201928 Jan 20203744%51%5%14%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201929 Jul 20193944%50%6%16%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201817 Jan 20194141%50%9%25%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201824 Jul 20184539%50%11%33%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

In respect of Goods, the Supplier shall invoice the Customer on or at any time after completion of delivery. In respect of Services, the Supplier shall invoice the Customer on completion of the Services. Each invoice shall include such supporting information required by the Customer to verify the accuracy of the invoice, including but not limited to the relevant Purchase Order number and date of invoice which shall be a condition precedent to the payment of the invoice, and sent to L'Oréal (UK) Ltd. Calle De Alcala, 546, 28027 Madrid, Spain or emailed to corpukaccountspayable@loreal.com In consideration of the supply of Goods and/or Services by the Supplier, the Customer shall pay, within the period specified in the Order, or if no such period is specified in the Order, payment is due within 60 days of the receipt of a correctly rendered invoice, including but not limited to the relevant Purchase Order number which shall be a condition precedent to the payment of the invoice, to a bank account nominated in writing by the Supplier 60 days.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

All invoices are received into the Finance Department and recorded on our Accounts Payable system. The vast majority of invoice submissions are made via email to corpukaccountspayable@loreal.com. A matching process occurs to ensure there is a valid, approved and goods receipted Purchase Order. Assuming the invoice satisfies the matching criteria, it is then released for payment. Invoices are sent to the PO originator for approval in the case of any invoice discrepancies. Any disputes are settled between the supplier and the PO originator. Supplier accounts are periodically reviewed for invoice ageing.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

L'OREAL (U.K.) LIMITED is the British subsidiary of the global cosmetics company L'OREAL. It was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in London, UK. The company operates in the beauty, haircare, skincare, and fragrance industries, offering a wide range of products to consumers.

Sustainability is a key focus for L'OREAL (U.K.) LIMITED, and the company has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. These include a commitment to using sustainable sourcing and reducing carbon emissions. The company also supports various community and charitable projects through its L'OREAL Foundation.

L'OREAL (U.K.) LIMITED offers a diverse range of products under its popular brands such as L'OREAL Paris, Maybelline, Garnier, and Lancôme. These products cater to different beauty needs and are available in various price ranges to suit different budgets. The company also offers professional haircare products through its L'OREAL Professional and Redken brands.

The key people at L'OREAL (U.K.) LIMITED include the CEO Vismay Sharma and the Managing Director Adrien Koskas. They lead a team of over 3,000 employees who are dedicated to driving the company's growth and sustainability efforts.

For any inquiries or information, customers can contact L'OREAL (U.K.) LIMITED through their website, which is www.loreal.co.uk. The registered office address for the company is located at 255 Hammersmith Road, London, W6 8AZ, UK.

Overall, L'OREAL (U.K.) LIMITED is a leading beauty company in the UK that is committed to sustainability and offering high-quality products to its customers. With its diverse portfolio of brands and strong focus on innovation and community involvement, the company continues to be a trusted and popular choice for consumers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£217,200,000
Net Worth
£208,200,000
Total Current Assets
£579,100,000
Total Current Liabilities
£464,400,000

Company Location