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The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

ELConsumer Staples· New York, NY, United States
LAYOFFS TRACKED
9
LAST EVENT
May 8, 2026
MARKET CAP
$26.69B
as of Oct 16, 2026
EMPLOYEES
44,020

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. manufactures, markets, and sells skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products worldwide. It offers skin care products, including moisturizers, serums, cleansers, toners, body care, exfoliators, acne care and oil correctors, facial masks, and sun care products; and makeup products, such as lipsticks, lip glosses, mascaras, foundations, eyeshadows, and powders, as well as compacts, brushes, and other makeup tools. The company also provides fragrance products in various forms comprising eau de parfum sprays and colognes, as well as lotions, powders, creams, candles, and soaps; and hair care products, including shampoos, conditioners, styling products, treatment, finishing sprays, and hair color products, as well as sells ancillary products and services. It offers its products under the Estée Lauder, Clinique, Origins, M·A·C, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, La Mer, Aveda, Jo Malone London, TOM FORD, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, and The Ordinary brands. The company sells its products through department stores, specialty-multi retailers, upscale perfumeries and pharmacies, and salons and spas; freestanding stores; its own and authorized retailer websites; third-party online malls; stores in airports; and duty-free locations. The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Layoff history

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Layoff timeline

9 EVENTS
May 8, 2026News
New York, NY, USA

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has announced significant layoffs as part of its restructuring efforts, impacting approximately 2,000 employees. This decision comes as the company aims to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. The layoffs are expected to take effect by October 1, 2023, as the company seeks to enhance its efficiency and focus on core business areas. This move reflects broader challenges within the cosmetics industry, as companies navigate shifts in consumer preferences and economic pressures. Estée Lauder's leadership emphasized the need for these changes to ensure long-term sustainability and growth.

May 1, 2026News

Estee Lauder said on 1 May 2026 that its Profit Recovery and Growth Plan would now reduce headcount by 9,000 to 10,000 roles, up from the 5,800 to 7,000 estimated when the programme was announced in February 2025. More than 70% of the increase relates to point-of-sale demonstration roles at underperforming department stores and freestanding locations. The company targets savings of up to $1.2bn.

May 1, 2026News
New York, NY, USA

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has recently laid off 1 employee as part of its restructuring efforts. This decision comes as the company raises its profit forecast, indicating a strategic shift in response to market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the beauty industry, which has seen significant changes in consumer behavior and demand. The company is focusing on optimizing its operations while navigating the challenges posed by the current economic landscape. Despite the job cuts, Estée Lauder remains optimistic about its financial outlook moving forward.

May 1, 2026News
New York, NY, USA

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has announced that it will lay off approximately 500 employees as part of its ongoing restructuring efforts. This decision comes in response to declining sales and the need to streamline operations. The layoffs are set to take effect on October 1, 2023, and will primarily impact various departments within the company. Estée Lauder has been facing challenges in the market, prompting this workforce reduction to better align with current business needs. The company aims to stabilize its financial performance and focus on core areas of growth moving forward.

Mar 3, 2026News
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has announced layoffs affecting approximately 200 employees at its Aveda facility in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This decision comes as part of the company's restructuring efforts aimed at streamlining operations and adapting to changing market conditions. The layoffs are expected to take effect on October 1, 2023, as the company seeks to optimize its workforce in response to economic challenges. The Aveda brand, known for its natural beauty products, is undergoing significant changes to remain competitive in the industry.

Aug 20, 2025News

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has approved a significant reduction in its workforce, with 3,200 job cuts announced due to ongoing challenges in sales, particularly in China and the duty-free sector. This decision reflects the company's response to weak market conditions that have impacted its overall performance. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and adapt to changing consumer behaviors. While the specific locations and departments affected by these cuts have not been disclosed, the move underscores the company's efforts to stabilize its financial outlook amidst a challenging retail environment.

May 1, 2025News
New York, NY, USA

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has announced layoffs as part of its ongoing efforts to manage declining earnings. As of October 1, 2023, the company has laid off approximately 2 employees in its New York office. This move is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and reduce costs in response to challenging market conditions. The company has faced significant challenges in recent quarters, prompting these workforce adjustments to maintain financial stability. Further details on the specific departments affected were not disclosed.

May 1, 2025News

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has laid off 2,600 workers as part of a broader strategy to cut a total of 7,000 jobs due to declining sales. This decision reflects the company's response to challenging market conditions and aims to streamline operations. The layoffs are part of a significant restructuring effort to improve financial performance. The company has been facing difficulties in maintaining sales growth, prompting these workforce reductions. The layoffs have already taken place, marking a critical step in the company's efforts to adapt to the current economic landscape.

Oct 31, 2023News
New York, NY, USA

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has laid off approximately 1 employee as part of ongoing workforce reductions amid declining earnings. The company is facing challenges in the beauty industry, leading to a strategic decision to streamline operations. This layoff is part of a broader trend within the company as it adjusts to market demands and seeks to improve financial performance. The layoffs are indicative of the company's efforts to manage costs and enhance efficiency in a competitive landscape.

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