A Passion for Beauty, A Family in Business

A Passion for Beauty, A Family in Business is a modern articulation of The Estée Lauder Companies’ history, culture and values, as told by the Lauder Family and its leaders. Estée Lauder and her husband, Joseph, founded the company in 1946 with four original beauty products and a drive for success that knew no boundaries. Ahead of her time in every way, Estée Lauder defied conventions, and her challenger spirit set the tone for the family business. Today, as the Global House of Prestige Beauty, ELC is a family company focused on long-term sustainable growth, with a unique culture guided by the Lauder Family values.