Lab Series

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Overview

Lab Series is a men's grooming brand specializing in skincare and shaving products, launched in 1987 under Aramis by the Estée Lauder Companies. It focuses on technologically advanced formulas for men's skin concerns including acne, shaving, anti-aging, oiliness, blemishes, and dehydration, available in over 35 countries. The brand offers broad-spectrum grooming solutions through lines like CLEAN-SHAVE-TREAT, BODY, MAX LS, PRO LS, All-in-One, and Grooming series.¹⁷

History

Lab Series was launched in 1987 by Aramis, owned by Estée Lauder Companies Inc., after a planned fragrance-free skincare brand named Basix was shelved in 1985.¹ Initially branded under Aramis, it became an independent brand, Lab Series Skincare for Men, in 2005.¹ The brand has expanded its range to over 30 products covering skincare and grooming, with ongoing innovations.¹⁷

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
MAX LS (anti-aging skincare)	advanced anti-aging for men	$50 - $150
PRO LS (professional cleansing and hydration)	daily face cleansing and hydrating gels	$18 - $30
All-in-One (multi-tasking skincare)	one-size-fits-all for all skin types	$30 - $100
Grooming series (shaving solutions)	shaving and beard care range	$20 - $50
CLEAN-SHAVE-TREAT (shave treatment system)	pre- and post-shave treatments	$25 - $60
BODY (body grooming)	body care products	$30 - $80

Manufacturing

Manufacturing details are not specified on the official site or in available sources.

Notable Products

PRO LS All-in-One Face Cleansing Gel - Cleansing gel for daily use, priced at $18 for 150ml.
PRO LS Hydrating Gel - Hydrating gel for men's skin, priced at $30 for 75ml.
Grooming Cooling Shave Cream - Cooling shave cream for close shaves.
The Grooming Oil - Triple-blend oil with Sea Buckthorn, Jojoba, and Sweet Almond for shave and beard care.
All-in-One range products - Multi-tasking skincare for aging, oiliness, blemishes, and dehydration.

Reputation

Lab Series is recognized among men's grooming enthusiasts for its science-backed formulas tailored to male skin and effective shaving systems like CLEAN-SHAVE-TREAT.¹ The All-in-One range is noted as a best-seller and accessible entry point for beginners due to its suitability for all skin types.⁴ Products like Grooming Oil receive praise for multi-functionality in shave and beard care.⁶ Some users switch to it after discontinuations of competitors' formulas, indicating loyalty to its performance.⁵

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