Estee Lauder was born in 1906 in New York and founded Estee Lauder Inc. in 1946, building a cosmetics empire. She showed an early interest in her uncle's cosmetics business and began her career in the industry. Lauder developed successful perfume and makeup products and expanded internationally. She worked into her 80s and passed away in 2004, but her company continues to grow and launch new products. Lauder is remembered for her entrepreneurial spirit, business acumen, and advice to aspiring entrepreneurs.