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Look |
The actual name is Kiehl's Since
1851. It's a fourth generation family-owned company recently
purchased by Estee Lauder. This is actually an old apothecary. When you enter on Saturday .... WHOA!!!! People are packed in like
the subway during rush hour. You can't even get near the merchandise. Visit on a
weekday when it's quieter, and there isn't an endless wait at the cash register. On
Saturday, the line to the register was literally from the front door all the way down the
one and only aisle. It's interesting to visit, although it's in an out-of-the-way
part of Manhattan, but why not just order from the catalog? Or get Kiehl's products
from a store near you. The look is just functional. Tables with rows of
products. There are some nice antiquey displays featuring things from the old days,
but let's face it, this isn't a trip to a drug store museum. It's their products we
want. |
Vibe |
There's a big guy to keep the line in
order so people have space to walk into the store. The sales people behind the
counter are friendly and knowledgeable. The products look tempting, but the main
thing is that a whole lot of people want Kiehl's stuff. What is helpful is that
right when you enter the store, there are stacks of product, size and price lists of the
entire inventory. |
The Goods |
Cleansers, scrubs, toners,
moisturizers, eye area preparations, shaving products for men and women, face masks, sun
screens, bath and shower products, a sports product line, shampoos, conditioners, styling
aids, products for babies and children, ointments, powder and makeup: lipsticks, lip
gloss and lip cremes (Pink Champagne is a nice, soft coral color). Essences,
perfumes, and colognes. |
Our Pick |
Tea Tree Oil Body Cleanser, $14.95. |
Call Them At |
800.KIEHLS-1 |
Web Site |
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