Estee Lauder is a world-renowned American businesswoman and philanthropist who founded the Estee Lauder Companies, Inc., a global leader in the cosmetics and fragrance industry. She is best known for her pioneering work in the field of perfumery, having created some of the world's most iconic fragrances. Estee Lauder's legacy continues to this day, with her company still producing some of the most popular and beloved perfumes in the world.