Kiehl’s Since 1851: A New York City Success Story

Walking down the streets of New York City exposes you to tons of great shops. Many of them new arrivals taking advantage of prime real estate,  changing neighborhoods, or opportunities offered to them by the city and its natives. But every once in awhile, you will come across a place that is more than just a store. It’s a part of New York City history, born and bred.  A place that has been here through thick and thin, that has hung on, offering us the best that they have to offer as they grow, representing New York City in every way.

Kiehl’s Since 1851 is such a place.  This New York City icon started as a family owned pharmacy, exactly where you find it now, at 109 Third Avenue in the East Village. And though some things have changed, such as Kiehl’s becoming an International success, many things have stayed the same, such as the continuity with which it serves quality products that not only cherish the skin they are the developed for, but also our planet.

I love Kiehl’s products because of how great they smell and feel on my hair and skin. But I also really, really love how they focus on creating products that respect the environment and encourage others to do the same. It has continuously developed programs and products that spread the message of love not only to Mother Earth but to our communities as well.

And though it is true that I have a personal relationship* with Kiehl’s, the quality and reputation of their products, their contributions to our city’s history and communities, their efforts to educate others about the environment, and their own involvement in these efforts, make Kiehl’s Since 1851 a true New York City success story.

Another reason to feel good about wanting to splurge on self care, be you a boy or a girl.

Read more about the fun that was had as I joined Kiehl’s in kicking off Fashion Week NYC during Kiehl’s Fashion Night Out  2009. 

The Giveaway:

I’d like to share some Kiehl’s love. Tell NY Metropolista the ways in which you give back to our planet and/or our community.  We will select two (2)  winners on Friday, September 25, 2009.  

Each winner will receive an 8.0fl oz jar of Imperial Body Balm each valued at $42.00 and a 6.0 fl oz bottle of Kiehl’s new Açai Damage-Protecting Toning Mist each valued at $26.00.

Tweet about the giveaway and qualify for a second entry (make sure to @nymetropolista).  No more than two entries will be counted.

*Disclosure: My wonderful husband, Travis Cain, is Sr. Art Director for Kiehl’s Since 1851, and as such, we enjoy the wonderful perks and gifts any member of the Kiehl’s family does.  That being said, my review here is honest and true.  I have received no compensation, gifts, products, or other endorsement for this review. As a matter of fact, they don’t even know I am writing this, so I hope they likey.

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