Prescriptives
Prescriptives was an American cosmetics and skincare brand owned by Estée Lauder Companies, founded in 1979 and closed in 2019.
Last updated September 15, 2026
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Overview
Prescriptives was an American manufacturer of cosmetics and skincare aimed at various international markets not limited to the United States. It was a subsidiary of Estée Lauder Companies since its founding. The brand was founded in 1979 and was reborn in 2011 as an online-only brand by popular demand. It closed its doors in 2019 after 40 years.
History
Prescriptives was founded in 1979. It was an American manufacturer of cosmetics and skincare aimed at various international markets not limited to the United States, and it was a subsidiary of Estée Lauder Companies since its founding. The brand was reborn in 2011 as an online-only brand by popular demand. It closed its doors in 2019, ending an incredible 40 years.
Products and positioning
cosmetics
skincare
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