Kiehl's Since 1951, purveyor of fine quality skin and hair care formulations, was founded as a 19th century old-world apothecary in New York's East Village neighborhood. Its unique and extensive background represents a blend of cosmetics, pharmaceutical, herbal, and medicinal knowledge developed through the generations.Its products range from preparations for the face and hair to the most delectable body treatments, made with the finest ingredients that its patrons have come to expect from Kiehl's for more than 158 years.