A BRAND TO FALL IN
LOVE WITH
Skin. In all its facets. All its colors. All its types. It is at the center of our actions and everything we do. For your radiance, health, and beauty, we invest all our expertise, knowledge, experience, and passion for innovation. For 45 years, KLAPP has been developing professional cosmetics based on scientific expertise and German quality standards. Skin care products that, with complex and highly effective ingredient combinations, activate the skin’s own regenerative abilities. That is the PRINCIPLE of KLAPP Skin Care Science. We recognize the individuality and needs of the skin and support them with our care products to ensure optimal self-help. Beautiful, well-cared-for skin is our most effective formula for a positive sense of self-worth. The highest standards of quality in our cosmetics, which we continuously develop further to achieve optimized efficacy, are confirmed by more than 35,000 satisfied customers worldwide.
History
1980
Founding of the professional institute brand KLAPP Cosmetics by visionary Gerhard Klapp.
1984
Market launch of A CLASSIC – a pioneer in the use of retinol in cosmetics.
1990
Introduction of ASA PEEL® – a revolutionary fruit acid treatment.
2022
Launch of KAP TECHNOLOGY - protects skin substances and preserves active ingredients for instant results. All KAP+ Complex products are clean beauty and 100% vegan.
2023
Launch of RESIST AGING Retinol. The innovative formulation with triple retinol action for visible success against multiple signs of skin aging. Establishment of the R&D laboratory and bulk production site in Munich, Germany.
2024
Launch of CELL PRO, an exclusive line for professionals only. IFS HPC certification of all production sites.
2024
Winner of the BEAUTY FORUM STARS Award – #1 Professional Skin Care Product.
2025
“Level-up your skin!” – 45 years of KLAPP
2025
Launch of the 45 Years Anniversary Sets – a tribute to our Heritage Products combined with new innovations: Retinol A Classic, Hyaluronic, CELL PRO Lifting and C Pure.
Mission & Vision
Mission
At KLAPP Skincare Science, our mission is to unlock the skin’s natural potential. We develop and produce high-performance cosmetic solutions rooted in scientific expertise, German quality standards, and 45 years of experience. By combining innovation, proven effectiveness, and professional know-how, we empower beauty experts and customers worldwide to achieve radiant, healthy, and confident skin.
Vision
Our vision is to be the leading global partner for professional skincare — synonymous with trust, innovation, and excellence. We strive to shape the future of beauty through advanced research, sustainable practices, and pioneering concepts that respect the individuality of every skin type. KLAPP stands for timeless quality and continuous innovation — creating skincare that inspires confidence across generations.
Keep, Activate, Prevent
Our unique KAP TECHNOLOGY ensures our active ingredients formulations
protect vital skin substances, stimulate natural functions, and prevent the
loss of active ingredients − for immediate results.
All KAP+ Complex products
are clean beauty based and 100% vegan.
Ready to become a KLAPP Professional Partner?
Whether you already manage an institute, hotel & spa, or beauty school, are in the process of setting up your business, or still training to become a beautician – join us and become part of the KLAPP Professional Partner world. Reach out today and we will respond to you personally.
