The mere mention of Crème de La Mer inspires intrigue, adoration and cultlike devotion. It all began when Dr. Max Huber, a physicist, embarked on a healing quest after a lab accident. Twelve years and 6,000 experiments later, Miracle Broth — the legendary elixir — was born. Since joining The Estée Lauder Companies in 1995, La Mer has become the most coveted skin care brand in the world.
1950s
A healing quest begins. Physicist Max Huber creates his own lab in California, looking to sea, sky and earth for his miracle
12
Years it took Dr. Huber to discover Miracle Broth — the force that flows through all of La Mer
6,000
Number of experiments Dr. Huber attempted before unlocking the secret of the sea
