Better Together, that's Ourvita

Our Story

Ourvita is a global contract manufacturer specialising in nutritional, cosmetic, and healthcare products. With nearly 3,000 dedicated colleagues worldwide and a strong focus on R&D and innovation, we partner with leading brands to deliver science-based, sustainable solutions that enhance well-being and bring innovative products to market.

A Legacy of Expertise & Innovation

With over 690 years of combined expertise, Ourvita is a global leader in health & beauty innovation. Across our network of specialist sites, we deliver end-to-end solutions spanning product development, formulation, manufacturing and packaging, helping brands stay ahead in an evolving market.

We don’t just follow trends, we drive them, shaping the future of health & beauty through quality, innovation and sustainability.

1798 & 1939
Setting the Foundations of the Future

As far back as 200 years ago up until the early-1900s, the foundations of Ourvita were established, starting with the formation of Thompson & Capper Ltd in Runcorn, Liverpool in 1798 which would eventually become Ourvita Runcorn.

150 years later, the first of the Procemsa Group of businesses was formed in Turin in 1939 as Farmaceutici Procemsa S.p.A, followed in 1946 by the creation of OFI Officina Farmaceutica Italiana S.p.A. in Bergamo, Italy.
1954 - 1995
Independent Businesses Develop Across the World

The second half of the 20th Century saw several businesses develop internationally which would go on to be key parts of the HBI Beauty & Innovations journey.

1954: Ourvita Feldkirchen founded in Feldkirchen, Austria as Richard Bittner AG
1983: Ourvita Tampa founded in Tampa, Florida, USA as Ion Labs, Inc.
1994: Ourvita Tredegar founded in Tredegar, UK as Eurocaps Ltd
1995: Ourvita Minneapolis founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota as Amerilab Technologies, Inc.
1970 - 2000
Laleham Health and Beauty Ltd Booms

Laleham Health and Beauty Ltd was founded in Alton, UK in 1970 as what will become Ourvita Alton. After huge success, this company expanded even further with the establishment of Ourvita Kirkham (in 1976) and Ourvita Morecambe (in 2000).
1999 - 2025
The Growth of Health & Beauty Innovations

In 1999, what will become Health & Beauty Innovations was created by the combining of Ourvita Tredegar and Runcorn. This group is further expanded over the subsequent years with acquisitions of Ourvita Alton (2004), Kirkham (2014), Morecambe (2015), Tampa (2018), Minneapolis (2020) and Feldkirchen (2025).
2001 - 2009
European Nutraceutical Development

Independent businesses were developed throughout Europe due to the increased market demand, businesses that would go on to be the European cornerstones of Ourvita.

2002: Ourvita Łódź was founded in Łódź, Poland as Master Pharm Spolka Akcyjna with Ourvita Mielec, Poland being established in 2009
2009: Ourvita Breddorf was founded in Bremen and Breddorf, Germany as what will become Ourvita Germany GmbH
2024
Ourvita is Formed

Ourvita was established with five specialist manufacturing facilities across Europe (Turin, Bergamo, Łódź, Mielec & Breddorf) , creating a strong foundation for growth in health & beauty innovation. With sites in Italy, Poland and Germany, the group brought together decades of expertise spanning supplements, medical devices, OTC medicines and cosmetics.

Delivering capabilities across tablets, capsules, powders, liquids and softgels, Ourvita was built to provide end-to-end support for brands seeking a trusted global manufacturing partner.
2024
Establishing a Manufacturing Presence in China

Ourvita expanded its global manufacturing footprint into China through the acquisition of Braveiy, a specialist manufacturer founded in 2006. With capabilities spanning tablets, capsules, softgels, powders and liquids, the facility strengthened the group’s ability to support health & beauty brands across international markets.

The acquisition marked a significant milestone in Ourvita’s growth, providing direct access to one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing health & beauty markets while enhancing its global manufacturing capabilities.
2025
Expanding into Gummies & Bites

The acquisition of Laboratoria Natury in Lublin, Poland, significantly expanded Ourvita’s format capabilities with the addition of gummies and bites. Founded in 2001, the facility also strengthened the group’s liquid manufacturing expertise, further enhancing its ability to support evolving consumer preferences across the health & beauty sector.

This strategic investment broadened Ourvita’s end-to-end offering, enabling brands to access an even wider range of innovative product formats through a single global partner.
2025
Transforming Ourvita into a Global Health & Beauty CDMO

The acquisition of HBI Health & Beauty Innovations from DCC plc marked a defining moment in Ourvita’s growth journey. Adding nine specialist facilities across the UK, USA and Austria, the acquisition significantly expanded the group’s capabilities across product development, formulation, manufacturing and packaging, while expanding its presence into key international markets.

This transformational milestone established Ourvita as one of the largest and most comprehensive health & beauty CDMOs in the industry, with the scale, expertise and global reach to support brands from concept to commercialisation.

Our vision is for high quality health and beauty products to be available when and where people need them, transforming lives and advancing healthcare worldwide through our commitment to development, distribution and building a network of global partners.

Our mission is to improve health, wellbeing, and beauty

by helping brands create and deliver innovative products that make a difference.

Together, we are building a future where innovation, science, and sustainability come together to enhance well-being worldwide. Our shared values, mission, vision, and purpose unite us, guiding our actions, shaping our partnerships, and inspiring us to create products that make a meaningful difference every day.

Empowerment

We empower individuals to take control of their health and well-being by providing access to high-quality, innovative products and services that support physical and mental wellness.
Excellence

Uncompromising commitment to quality and innovation, ensuring our products consistently meet and surpass the highest industry standards, to develop groundbreaking solutions that address evolving healthcare needs.
Customer Centricity

We are committed to exceeding customer expectations by delivering exceptional service, expertise, and support, ensuring their success and satisfaction as our top priority.
Continuous Improvement

We are dedicated to continuous improvement and learning, constantly striving to enhance our products, processes, and services to better serve our customers and communities.