Salvelox, a brand under the Orkla Cederroth umbrella, is a leading specialist in wound care and personal health products. Founded in 1947 in Sweden, the company revolutionized the market by launching Europe’s first pre-cut and individually wrapped adhesive bandages in 1953. Today, it is a market leader in several European countries, with its name often used synonymously with wound dressings.

Company Profile and History

Ownership:
Part of Orkla Cederroth, a major Nordic supplier of health and personal care products.

Manufacturing:
A significant portion of Salvelox products is manufactured at the company’s factory in Barcelona, Spain.

Market Position:
Specialists in wound care for over 75 years, maintaining market leadership through a focus on quality and innovation.

Core Philosophy:
The mission is to “help you keep going, no matter what” by providing products that protect, heal, and soothe minor injuries.

Sustainability Initiatives

Salvelox has established several environmental targets to improve its sustainable sourcing:

Packaging:
Most packaging is currently recyclable, with a goal of reaching 100% recycling instructions on packs by 2025.

Materials:
70% of plaster textile material comes from renewable cellulose-based sources, and over 80% of corrugated material uses recycled paper.

Carbon Footprint:
Replaced fossil-based plastics in the “Cover” range with plant-based plastics (derived from sugarcane), reducing annual CO2eq emissions by approximately 2,750 kg.

Product Assortment

Salvelox offers a wide range of health products available through pharmacies, supermarkets, and online retailers:

Wound Care:
Comprehensive range including Aqua Resist (waterproof) strips, sterile surgical dressings (Maxi Cover), and adhesive bandages enriched with aloe vera.

Foot Care:
Specialized treatments for corns, calluses, and warts (containing 40% salicylic acid), as well as hydrocolloid blister dressings.

Advanced Healing:
Products like Natural Healing Gel (containing medical-grade honey) and hydrocolloid dressings designed to accelerate healing and reduce scarring.

Diagnostics and Hygiene:
Clinical digital thermometers, physiological solutions for nasal and ophthalmic hygiene, and antiseptics like povidone iodine.

Kids’ Line:
Dressings featuring licensed characters such as Pokemon or animal themes from Animal Planet to distract children during healing.