The Journey of Huda Beauty: From Experiment to Billion-Dollar Brand
Learn how Huda Beauty became a billion-dollar brand by overcoming challenges and launching innovative products in the competitive beauty industry.
00:00:00 The video is about the story of Huda Beauty, a one billion dollar brand. It talks about the beginning of the brand as an experiment and the support and ideas from Mona. It also mentions the struggles they faced and their passion for beauty.
💄 Huda Beauty started as an experimental blog with unique content ideas.
🌟 The brand was founded by two Iraqi businesswomen who pushed boundaries in the industry.
🤝 Mona played a crucial role in supporting and giving creative ideas for the brand.
00:09:39 Learn how Huda Kattan started her successful beauty brand and overcame challenges in the Arab world's creative industry. Hear about her journey and the importance of perseverance.
🌳 Huda Beauty believes that if you ask for something, you will receive it.
🎨 In the Arab world, creative roles were not always respected, but Huda persevered and did free work to gain opportunities.
🧭 Huda emphasizes the importance of patience, long-term thinking, and investing in the future.
00:19:17 How Huda Beauty became a billion-dollar brand and the challenges of working with family and balancing personal and professional life.
🔑 Huda Beauty's co-founder discusses her passion for the beauty industry and how it impacted her.
👩👩👧👧 The challenges and dynamics of working with family in a business.
⏰ Balancing personal and professional responsibilities.
🔝 The intentional decision to slow down as a top beauty influencer during 2020.
00:28:57 Kayali's journey to building a successful perfume brand was challenging, especially in explaining the concept of fragrance on social media. Despite facing doubts and considering shutting down the brand, they persevered by trying different strategies and taking control of their own success. It's a testament to their determination and hard work.
Huda Beauty faced challenges with leadership and growth, leading to a realization about the importance of hiring and managing senior staff.
The speakers discuss their mixed feelings about their Iraqi heritage and the desire to experience the country and its culture more fully.
Starting the perfume brand Kayali was challenging, particularly in explaining the concept of fragrance and gaining support for the brand.
00:38:34 Learn how Huda Beauty created a billion-dollar brand by launching innovative products and navigating challenges in the competitive beauty industry.
💎 The speaker launched their own brand after having a content team and experimenting with ideas.
🔥 The process of creating a perfume involves picking the right fragrance from a large selection of samples.
🛍️ Working with a retail partner like Sephora involves managing limited shelf space and making profitable sales.
00:48:13 How Huda Beauty Created a Billion Dollar Brand: Stars Podcast #7
💼 Confident people with big dreams aren't in competition, they have their own path.
💄 Having a mission bigger than yourself and your brand, like making everyone feel special and included, is crucial.
👫 Finding a healthy and long-lasting relationship requires self-reflection, therapy, and breaking toxic patterns.
👗 Fashion is a big part of the beauty industry, and finding your own style involves collaboration and working with a stylist.
00:57:50 The video discusses how fashion and style are important for self-expression and confidence. The speaker emphasizes the importance of feeling comfortable and authentic in one's clothing choices. They also touch on the simple pleasures that bring them joy and their belief in the importance of purposeful work over traditional retirement.
👗 In fashion, it's important to be unique and confident in one's style.
🎬 The speaker finds joy in simple things like watching movies and going for bike rides with loved ones.
🙏 Prayer and helping others bring fulfillment to the speaker's soul.
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