CLR (Chemisches Laboratorium Dr. Kurt Richter) was founded in 1926, an independent, private company based in Berlin, Germany, who has a long tradition of manufacturing and internationally marketing cosmetic actives.  Their concentrated efforts are based on the manufacturing of bioactive cosmetic ingredients since the early 1950’s.  Their strength lies in the research and development of new trends presented with an extensive proof of effectiveness and a comprehensive assistance in formulating personal care products.  CLR develops innovative and high-quality cosmetic actives for skin and hair care and has enriched beauty and personal care with many novel actives and pioneering concepts over the past 60 years.