ABOUT US

Excellence in every detail

Our story is one of dedication and passion. It stems from the love and care we put into what we do, which shines through to those who buy our products. It can be summarised very simply: we took risks, faced adversity, and knew how to find an alternative that allowed us to progress and continuously improve.

CASTELBEL

Our History

Castelbel was founded with an ambitious purpose: to share Portugal’s fragrances and traditions with the world. From the very beginning, artisanal craftsmanship has been at the heart of the brand, starting with its soaps, which are still carefully hand-wrapped today.

Over more than two decades, the portfolio has expanded to include diffusers, scented candles, hand creams, body lotions and other fragrant creations for the home and body, uniquely reinterpreting Portuguese culture through distinctive design.

With an international presence, Castelbel is recognised for its innovation, product diversity and ability to adapt to different markets, while always maintaining a strong identity and high standards of quality.

HERITAGE

From Portugal to the World

Castelbel was founded by Aquiles Barros in 1999, in Castêlo da Maia, whose name inspired the brand itself: “Castel” refers to its place of origin, while “Bel” evokes beauty, reflecting the union of tradition, sophistication and craftsmanship.

Today, the company is part of the BR Investments Group, a Portuguese group with a diversified investment strategy and a long-term vision.

This marks a new chapter in the brand’s history, strengthening its solidity and ambition for sustainable growth, while preserving the values on which it was founded.

With Portuguese roots and a global outlook, Castelbel continues to create products that tell stories, awaken emotions and celebrate the beauty found in life’s small, everyday gestures.

OUR CORE VALUES

What defines us

The Little Things

Small details, fragrances, and rituals that give meaning to life.

Design as Expression Itself

Where every shape, pattern, and detail tells a story.

Art and Ingenuity

The hands of artisans that give shape to ideas.

Made in Portugal

The Portuguese way of doing things, for the world.