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Who owns The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., and which brands does it own?
Last verified 13 September 2026Last updated 13 September 2026
Animal welfare record
Estée Lauder Companies states that it does not conduct animal testing on its own products or ask others to test on their behalf, except when required by law. The company ceased its own internal animal testing over 30 years ago. However, in jurisdictions where animal testing is mandated—particularly mainland China—Estée Lauder has sold products that were tested on animals by third parties. The company is committed to eliminating all animal testing globally and has partnered with Cruelty Free International to support this goal, though animal testing continues where legally required.Company's own statement
Brands owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Aveda
High-performance, plant-based hair care, skin care, makeup, fragrance, and body care brand.
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Origins
High-performance natural skincare brand offering skincare, hair care, makeup, and fragrance products featuring plant-based and earth-derived ingredients combined with scientific formulations.
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Too Faced
American cosmetics brand specializing in color cosmetics including eye shadows, lipsticks, mascara, foundations, brushes, and skincare products.
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Subsidiary companies
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- Parent company animal testing policyCompany's own statement
Supports: The Estée Lauder Companies states commitment to eliminating animal testing worldwide and claims not to conduct animal testing themselves. However, they acknowledge selling products in countries where animal testing is required by law (particularly China) and accept that their products may be subject to mandatory government-mandated animal testing in such markets. The company partners with Cruelty Free International and advocates for alternatives to animal testing but permits testing where legally required.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. · Accessed 13 September 2026
- Ownership by Estée Lauder Companies since 1997, founding date, headquarters, productsOfficial registry
Supports: Aveda is recorded as having The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. as its parent since 1997.
Wikipedia · Accessed 13 September 2026
- Parent company animal testing policy, testing conducted where required by law, 30+ year commitment against animal testingCompany's own statement
Supports: The Estée Lauder Companies states it does not test on animals except where required by law. The company acknowledges selling products in countries including mainland China where animal testing on cosmetics is legally required. Multiple third-party sources report that Estée Lauder conducts animal testing where mandated by law in markets like China, and the company is listed on PETA's 'do test' list. Estée Lauder has partnered with Humane Society International and Cruelty Free International to advocate for ending animal testing globally.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. · Accessed 13 September 2026
- Parent company animal testing policy and stanceCompany's own statement
Supports: Estée Lauder Companies states that it does not conduct animal testing on its own products or ask others to test on their behalf, except when required by law. The company ceased its own internal animal testing over 30 years ago. However, in jurisdictions where animal testing is mandated—particularly mainland China—Estée Lauder has sold products that were tested on animals by third parties. The company is committed to eliminating all animal testing globally and has partnered with Cruelty Free International to support this goal, though animal testing continues where legally required.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. · Accessed 13 September 2026
- Origins founding date, founder, parent company, productsOfficial registry
Supports: Origins is recorded as having The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. as its ultimate owner since 1990.
Wikipedia · Accessed 13 September 2026
- Estée Lauder acquisition of Too Faced in 2016Official registry
Supports: Too Faced is recorded as having The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. as its ultimate owner since 2016.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. · Accessed 13 September 2026
- Ownership acquisition detailsOfficial registry
Supports: The Ordinary is recorded as having The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. as its ultimate owner since 2024.
American Salon · Accessed 12 September 2026