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  • Huda Kattan Biography Flash: Beauty Mogul Cuts Ties with Love Island Star Over Values Clash
    2025/12/10
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    Huda Kattan has had a striking few days that say a lot about where she is right now as a mogul, a public figure, and a woman unafraid of controversy. The most consequential development for her long term came when industry outlet Cosmetics Business reported that Huda Beauty abruptly ended its partnership with Love Island USA star Huda Mustafa after about six weeks, citing behavior in a TikTok Live that the brand said did not align with its values and emphasizing that kindness and humanity are at the heart of everything they do. According to that report, the collaboration had been hyped by Huda herself as one of her most requested pairings and was built around the promotion of the Easy Bake Duo Loose Powder, making the decision to cut ties both commercially costly and reputationally defining for how she handles ethics and brand image.

    Cosmetics Business also noted that Huda had only recently reclaimed full ownership of Huda Beauty in June 2025, a major business milestone that frames everything she is doing now as part of a new era of control and accountability. In practice, that means decisions like ending this collaboration are now clearly hers, reinforcing her image as a founder willing to walk away from buzz if it clashes with her principles. The same piece also pointed out that LVMH owned retailer Sephora had already been monitoring backlash around Huda Beauty after a video she posted about the Israel Palestinian conflict in August 2025, underlining that every move she makes on social media is being watched not only by fans but by the world’s biggest retailers.

    Her political outspokenness is hardly new. The Economic Times has previously detailed how she faced boycotts and petitions against Huda Beauty after declaring on social media that she did not want what she called blood money from Israeli customers in the wake of the Hamas attacks and the subsequent war. That earlier firestorm, which drew both fierce criticism and strong support, established Huda as a rare beauty founder willing to stake her brand on an explicitly pro Palestine stance. There are no confirmed new political statements from her in the past few days, but every brand decision she makes, including this latest partnership cancellation, is now interpreted through that lens of activism and moral positioning.

    On the softer side of public life, Filipino magazine Mega recently highlighted an exclusive interview with Huda for its December January 2025 issue, teasing a feature in which she talks about real beauty, intuition, and trusting your vision. While the full interview sits behind the magazine, the promotion itself reinforces the ongoing narrative Huda has been pushing on Instagram and TikTok for months now: that after more than a decade building a billion dollar brand, she is doubling down on gut instinct and heart led choices, whether that is in product innovation, collaborations, or the causes she chooses to speak on. As of the last day or so there have been no widely reported new scandals, lawsuits, or major product recalls tied to her name, and no fresh mainstream headlines beyond continued social media chatter about the Huda Mustafa split and enduring debate over her political views. Any rumors circulating beyond these documented stories remain unverified and should be treated as speculation rather than fact.

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  • Huda Kattan Biography Flash: Beauty Empire Crisis After Racist Incident and Sephora Sales Drop
    2025/12/07
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    Huda Kattan has had a consequential few days that blend hard business decisions, political controversy, and her ever-present beauty empire. According to Cosmetics Business, the biggest fresh development is that Huda Beauty has formally ended its partnership with Love Island USA star Huda Mustafa, barely six weeks after launching what Kattan had called one of her most requested collaborations. The brand issued a statement on Instagram saying Mustafa’s recent behavior on a TikTok Live did not align with Huda Beauty’s values, specifically referencing a caller using a racist slur and the way the situation was handled. Huda Beauty stressed its commitment to kindness, humanity, and zero tolerance for racism, a move that signals how tightly Kattan is now guarding brand reputation after a turbulent year.

    That turbulence has centered on politics. Beauty Independent reports that Huda Beauty’s US online sales at Sephora dropped for most of its top sellers following a controversial TikTok Huda posted in late July, where she promoted anti Israel conspiracy theories; Sephora confirmed it is reviewing its relationship with the brand and emphasized that hate, harassment, or misinformation do not align with its values. The Jewish Telegraphic Agency and other outlets detail how she has since defended herself in follow up videos, insisting there is a smear campaign against her, that her words were twisted, and that she rejects all forms of hate while standing by her right to criticize Israel.

    At the same time, Cosmetics Business notes she has doubled down on her long running pro Palestine activism, reposting Gaza content, calling out silence in the beauty industry, and reminding followers she is willing to risk her entire business for what she sees as justice. Earlier this year she also reclaimed full ownership of Huda Beauty, buying back all outstanding shares and returning the brand to full independence, a move that could give her more freedom to speak politically but also makes any retailer backlash more biographically significant.

    On social media over the past few days, verified coverage has focused less on new product drops and more on this collision of activism, brand ethics, and retailer pressure; there are no credible reports of major new launches or public appearances in the last 24 hours that rise to the level of long term biographical importance. Any chatter beyond these reported items appears speculative and not yet confirmed by reputable outlets.

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  • Biography Flash: Huda Kattan Beauty Empire Controversy and Antisemitism Accusations Rock Sephora Partnership
    2025/12/03
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    In recent weeks, Huda Kattan has dominated headlines following significant controversy surrounding her social media activity and business operations. The Iraqi-American beauty mogul, founder of the billion-dollar brand Huda Beauty, posted a deeply controversial TikTok video on July 27th in which she promoted conspiracy theories accusing Israel of orchestrating World War I, World War II, the September 11th attacks, and Hamas's October 7th assault on Israel. The video, which reached approximately 1.8 million of her TikTok followers, also included unfounded claims that Israel was hiding pedophiles and covering up crimes. TikTok swiftly removed the video for violating community guidelines, though Kattan claimed she deleted it herself.

    The backlash was immediate and severe. The Anti-Defamation League condemned her statements as antisemitic hate, while the American Jewish Committee accused her of spreading vile antisemitic conspiracy theories that echo centuries-old blood libels. Multiple Change.org petitions demanding Sephora remove Huda Beauty from its stores accumulated over 30,000 signatures combined. According to data from beauty analytics firm Navigo Marketing, Huda Beauty's sales on Sephora's website dropped significantly in early August, with eight of its ten bestsellers experiencing reduced sales. Sponsored advertising for the brand cratered from 2,400 keywords to approximately 150, indicating paid placements were halted. Sephora released a statement confirming it was actively reviewing its relationship with the brand, noting that promoting hate does not align with their values.

    Kattan responded on August 9th with an Instagram video claiming her words were misinterpreted and that a smear campaign had been launched against her. She stated she does not condone hate of any kind and insisted she never mentioned Jewish people specifically. Her response video garnered over 10 million views and 1.3 million likes, with supporters flooding the comments defending her position.

    More recently, in November, Huda Beauty ended its partnership with Love Island USA star Huda Mustafa after just one and a half months, citing behavior that did not align with brand values following a viral TikTok Live incident involving a racial slur. Additionally, Sephora reportedly removed Huda Beauty from its Fall Express campaign.

    Throughout this tumultuous period, Kattan has remained vocal about her commitment to Palestinian activism, previously stating she would risk her entire business for justice. Her brand continues generating significant revenue despite the controversy.

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  • Biography Flash: Huda Kattan Faces Controversy While Reclaiming Beauty Empire Control
    2025/11/30
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    Welcome back to Biography Flash. I'm your host, and today we're diving into the latest happenings in the world of Huda Kattan, the beauty mogul who continues to dominate headlines.

    Just this past week, Huda made a striking appearance at the GQ Middle East Men of the Year event on November 27th in Dubai. The beauty entrepreneur looked absolutely stunning as she mingled with regional and international co-hosts at the exclusive Maison Revka venue, reminding everyone that her influence extends far beyond the beauty industry.

    But before that glamorous outing, Huda was dealing with some serious business fallout. In early August, TikTok removed a controversial video she posted accusing Israel of orchestrating multiple global conflicts, including World Wars One and Two, and the September 11th attacks. The video sparked immediate backlash from Jewish groups and civil rights organizations, with the Anti-Defamation League calling the claims antisemitic conspiracy theories. Sephora, one of her major retail partners, publicly confirmed it was actively reviewing the partnership in light of mounting pressure.

    Huda responded on Instagram on August 9th, claiming the video was misinterpreted and stating she does not condone any form of hate. She's maintained her vocal support for Palestine, even risking her business to do so, having previously pledged one million dollars to humanitarian organizations in Gaza after regaining full ownership of her company in June 2025.

    Speaking of ownership, that's been a major power move for Kattan. She successfully bought back the equity stake from private equity firm TSG Consumer Partners after an eight-year partnership, making Huda Beauty one of the few major beauty companies that is one hundred percent founder-owned. This reclamation of control demonstrated her commitment to steering her empire independently.

    However, not all recent news has been positive. In November, Huda Beauty abruptly ended its partnership with Love Island USA star Huda Mustafa after just a month and a half. Kattan cited behavior that didn't align with brand values following a livestream controversy involving racist language. She emphasized that accountability matters and that the brand takes racism seriously.

    Despite these challenges, Huda Beauty was ranked the world's most popular beauty brand in the first quarter of 2025, proving that Kattan's hands-on approach and commitment to innovation continue to resonate globally.

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  • Biography Flash: Huda Kattan Ends Love Island Partnership Over Racism Scandal While Championing Palestine
    2025/11/26
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    Huda Kattan has been making headlines again, and the past few days have been packed with major developments for the beauty mogul. According to Cosmetics Business and Chaileedo, Huda Beauty officially ended its partnership with Love Island USA star Huda Mustafa just six weeks after launching their much-anticipated collaboration. The decision came after Mustafa’s TikTok Live session on October 28, where she and her boyfriend allegedly laughed after a caller used a racist slur. Huda Beauty confirmed the split on Instagram, stating that Mustafa’s behavior and how the situation was handled did not align with the brand’s values of kindness and humanity. While the incident hasn’t been independently verified, the backlash was swift, and Huda Beauty made it clear they take all forms of racism seriously.

    Meanwhile, Huda Kattan’s return to full control of Huda Beauty continues to shape the brand’s direction. Professional Beauty and Chaileedo report that Kattan bought back 100% ownership from TSG Consumer Partners in June 2025, marking a bold new chapter for the company. With her back at the helm, Huda Beauty is focusing on innovation and staying true to its roots, with Kattan herself leading product development and strategy.

    Kattan’s public stance on humanitarian issues remains strong. Arab News and Chaileedo highlight her recent support for Miss Palestine Nadeen Ayoub, who will compete in the Miss Universe pageant. Kattan shared a photo with Ayoub on Instagram, expressing pride in her representation and continuing to use her platform to raise awareness about the situation in Palestine. Earlier this year, Sephora investigated social media backlash over a video Kattan posted addressing the Israel-Palestinian conflict, but Kattan has not wavered in her advocacy.

    Huda Beauty also launched a new campaign with Palestinian singer Saint Levant, introducing a limited-edition lip oil called Kalamantina, with proceeds supporting Palestinian causes. Scoop Empire notes that Kattan’s philanthropy is a consistent part of her brand, with recent donations to organizations like Doctors Without Borders and UNRWA.

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  • Biography Flash: Huda Kattan Takes Back Her Billion Dollar Beauty Empire and Champions Palestine
    2025/11/23
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    Huda Kattan, the Iraqi-American beauty mogul behind the billion-dollar Huda Beauty empire, has been navigating a transformative period in her career and personal brand advocacy. In June of this year, Kattan completed a major buyback of her company, regaining one hundred percent ownership from private equity firm TSG Consumer Partners after an eight-year partnership. This move marked a significant return to creative and strategic control, allowing her to once again steer the brand's direction with complete autonomy.

    Most recently, Huda Beauty announced an exciting partnership with Nadeen Ayoub, Miss Universe Palestine, as the brand's official sponsor. Ayoub, who founded the Olive Green Academy and the Sayidat Falasteen Foundation dedicated to sustainability and women's empowerment, represents Kattan's continued commitment to using her platform for social impact. This collaboration aligns seamlessly with Kattan's well-documented advocacy work for Palestinian causes.

    Speaking of which, Kattan's pro-Palestine activism has remained a central pillar of both her personal brand and business operations. The brand recently collaborated with Palestinian musician Saint Levant on a limited-edition shade of its Faux Filler Jelly Lip Oil, with proceeds going directly to organizations supporting Palestinian agriculture and cultural preservation. Earlier in 2023, Kattan made headlines by pledging a one-million-dollar donation to humanitarian organizations working in Gaza, including Human Appeal and Doctors Without Borders.

    However, not all recent headlines have been positive. In early November, Huda Beauty ended a partnership with Love Island USA star Huda Mustafa after just one-and-a-half months, citing behavior that did not align with the brand's values. The decision came following a TikTok Live stream where Mustafa and her boyfriend allegedly laughed after a caller used a racist slur. Kattan's statement emphasized that kindness and humanity are core to everything Huda Beauty does.

    Despite controversies, Kattan continues to focus on empowering aspiring beauty entrepreneurs. She recently launched the Elevator Makeup Challenge, offering a five-thousand-dollar prize for winners to put toward beauty scholarships and training, reflecting her ongoing mission to support the next generation of makeup artists and beauty business owners.

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  • Biography Flash: Huda Kattan Cuts Ties with Love Island Star Over Racism Scandal While Defending Palestinian Activism
    2025/11/19
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    Welcome back to Biography Flash. I'm your host, and today we're diving into the recent developments surrounding Huda Kattan, the Iraqi-American beauty mogul behind the global powerhouse Huda Beauty.

    Just this month, Huda Beauty made headlines by ending a partnership with Love Island USA star Huda Mustafa after a livestream controversy. On October 28th, Mustafa and her boyfriend Louis Russell were conducting a TikTok Live when a caller used a racial slur directed at fellow Love Island cast member Olandria Carthen. In the footage that went viral, both Mustafa and Russell appeared to laugh at the remark before ending the call. On November 1st, Huda Kattan released an official statement on Instagram saying the behavior did not align with her brand's values. She emphasized that at Huda Beauty, kindness and humanity are at the heart of everything they do, and that the brand takes all forms of racism very seriously. The partnership had been announced on October 31st, making this one of the fastest influencer brand withdrawals in recent memory. Kattan made it clear the brand would remove all related content from social media platforms and in-store displays.

    This incident comes amid ongoing scrutiny of Huda Kattan's activism around the Israel-Palestinian conflict. Back in August 2025, she posted a video on TikTok discussing the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, which triggered backlash online with some users alleging the content was antisemitic. The Anti-Defamation League requested that retailers including Sephora review their partnership with Huda Beauty. Sephora subsequently announced it was actively reviewing the matter internally. Cosmetics Business reports that Sephora removed Huda Beauty from its Fall Express campaign during this period. Kattan responded with an Instagram video defending her position, stating there was a smear campaign against her and clarifying that she does not condone hate of any kind, including antisemitism.

    What's notable is Kattan's consistent commitment to Palestinian causes. In a separate collaboration, she partnered with Palestinian singer Saint Levant on a special shade of Huda Beauty's Faux Filler Lip Oil called Kalamantina, with proceeds supporting Palestinian agriculture and cultural preservation.

    Throughout these developments, Kattan has emphasized accountability and the importance of using her platform responsibly. The recent months have certainly tested both her brand's values and her personal activism.

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  • Huda Kattan Ends Partnership Over Racism and Champions Palestine - Biography Flash
    2025/11/16
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    In the whirlwind of beauty industry headlines over the past few days, Huda Kattan has once again proven why she remains one of the most influential figures in the business. The most significant story centers on Huda Beauty decisively ending its high-profile partnership with Love Island USA star Huda Mustafa after just over a month. This move came in response to a widely criticized livestream in which Mustafa and her boyfriend laughed following a racist slur, prompting public outrage and swift calls for accountability. According to Cosmetics Business, Huda Beauty posted on Instagram emphasizing that kindness and humanity are at their core, and Mustafa’s actions were not aligned with those values. The decision was made quickly, with all campaign content deleted and the partnership dissolved—one of the fastest reversals in recent influencer-brand collaborations. Mustafa publicly apologized, calling her laughter a nervous reaction and pledging a donation to the NAACP, but Huda Kattan’s brand made it clear that its principles come first. Laffaz and IMDb also highlighted the backlash and Huda’s strong stance, with many in the beauty community viewing this as a blueprint for brand accountability in the influencer era.

    On the business front, Huda Beauty continues to ride high. Traackr’s latest data puts the brand among the top indie beauty players of 2025, credited with exceptional creator retention rates and ongoing cultural relevance. After regaining full ownership of her company earlier this year, as covered by Scoop Empire and Facilities Management Now, Huda Kattan quickly reinstated herself as CEO—her return marked not just by new product launches but by a renewed, streamlined vision for the brand, as Mojeh Magazine reports. The latest rebrand includes discontinuing some existing product lines, such as GloWish, but Huda promises major treats ahead for beauty fans.

    Charity remains at Huda’s core. This past week, she unveiled a collaboration with Palestinian singer Saint Levant for a new Faux Filler Lip Oil, named Kalamantina. According to Arab News, the campaign directs proceeds to organizations supporting Palestinian agriculture and cultural preservation, with Huda publicly reaffirming her and the brand’s solidarity with Palestine.

    On social media, Huda Kattan’s profile has been equally active. She’s shared candid behind-the-scenes content and continued using her massive platform—over 50 million Instagram followers—to advocate for humanitarian causes and challenge beauty standards. Scoop Empire also notes her consistent openness about her Iraqi heritage, the pressures of the industry, and her determination to prioritize both ethics and impact in every sphere of her work.

    While Huda has faced backlash, especially regarding her outspoken support for Palestine, she remains unapologetic, telling The Jerusalem Post and others that advocacy for human rights is not up for negotiation, even when it attracts criticism from major retailers like Sephora who are reportedly reviewing her products.

    That’s the pulse on Huda Kattan—a woman balancing billion-dollar ambition with vocal activism, all while leading a global beauty revolution. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Huda Kattan – Biography Flash. To make sure you never miss an update on Huda Kattan, subscribe now and search the term “Biography Flash” for more great biographies.

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