The term 'A LAUDER' is a reference to Estee Lauder, an American businesswoman and founder of the cosmetics company Estee Lauder. Estee Lauder was born in Queens, New York in 1908 and began her career by selling her homemade beauty products to beauty salons. She eventually opened her own store in 1946 and went on to become one of the most successful entrepreneurs of the 20th century. Her company is now a global leader in the beauty industry, with products sold in over 150 countries.