Kiehl's skincare and cosmetic products

Kiehl's began as a single apothecary in Manhattan at Third Avenue and East 13th Street in 1851. Founded by John Kiehl, the brand initially specialized in homeopathic remedies and pharmaceutical tonics before being expanded by the Morse family into a world-renowned skincare brand. It is famous for its 'try before you buy' philosophy and its focus on effective, science-backed botanical formulations.

In 2000, the brand was acquired by L'Oréal, which helped scale its presence globally. While the brand maintains its historical identity and its flagship store in New York City, manufacturing is primarily handled at L'Oréal facilities in the United States. Ownership by L'Oréal has allowed Kiehl's to maintain its apothecary-style heritage while leveraging the research and distribution power of one of the world's largest beauty conglomerates.