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  "name": "The Estée Lauder Companies (Estée Lauder)",
  "description": "The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is a multinational manufacturer and marketer of prestige skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products. As one of the world's leading manufacturers of luxury beauty products, it manages a diverse portfolio of over 25 brands sold in approximately 150 countries.",
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      "name": "Clinique Laboratories, LLC"
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      "slug": "jo-malone-london",
      "name": "Jo Malone London"
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    "founded": "1946",
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      "best non-toxic sustainable makeup brands",
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      "Direct-to-Consumer Niche Brands: Purchasing through discount retailers or third-party resellers that provide different inventory."
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