You may see your favorite celebrities causing waves outside of the stage and movie screens. Hollywood’s most talented is not only acting, singing and dancing – many people also run their own business empire.
by Selena Gomez And her huge makeup and body dynasty, rare beauty. The singer started selling cosmetics in 2020 and as of August this year, the brand’s highly anticipated release of the new fragrance rare Eau de Parfum has entered the world of perfume. Her passion for mental health awareness and philanthropy has been on the way since the Rare Impact Fund was launched.
More big names are continuing to develop their thriving and inspiring momentum. Kim KardashianThe slip of the glitch shows no sign of its confidence-enhancing shapers now include Chin carving works.
from Lady GagaSince its remodel in 2022, it has prioritized clean, nutritious skincare ingredients. RihannaFenty Beautt, who has been committed to keeping inclusion at the forefront since 2017 us This year:
From the block to the board: JLO Beauty, $75 million
Of course, she is an actress, singer and dancer – but Jennifer Lopez is also the chief owner of the beauty company. In 2023, she made $75 million in skincare series Jlo Beauty, which she launched two years ago. The brand’s tagline “Beauty has no expiration date” is more than just a sleek slogan – it’s a personal mission. “For me, eternity is not only a mindset; you feel young at any age, but also feel good. Her glowing philosophy is more than just good lighting. She recently shared on the brand’s Instagram: “Your skin is something you have to show up every day.” “So if you splurge a little bit, I’d say do it on skin care. “Because if someone proves that self-care can be a power move, it’s J.Lo.
Words of wisdom: “If you have a dream and trust something you think people will respond, follow the dream and build that thing. If it’s in your heart, that’s the best investment you can make.”
Prize: REM Beauty, $84 million
She may be petite, but Ariana Grande is a big player in the beauty world. Wicked Star, 32, launched its own cosmetics line REM Beauty in 2021, which includes a range of vegan, cruelty-free products designed to inspire creativity and self-expression. Although the brand’s name comes from the track from her 2018 album Sweetener, Grande reveals a deeper meaning behind it. “I chose REM because of fast moving,” she explained. “It’s a dream state and I hope the whole thing will feel very ethereal. I also want brands to focus on our eyes because they are our main storytellers. Everything is thoughtful – not only the songs I love too.” From the glittering shadows to her signature cat-eye lining, REM Beauty reflects the pop star’s love for fantasy, transformation and high-impact charm. This line has been expanded to include skin tone products and lip care while maintaining its futuristic, dreamy beauty. Grande’s goal? Whether they are on the stage, on the screen, or on their own skin, they will make fans feel seen and beautiful.
Words of wisdom: “No matter what businesses or industries you work in, taking care of yourself is a full-time job.”
Haus built by Gaga: Haus Labs, $141.7 million
“They say beauty is in the eyes of lovers, but at House Labs, beauty is the way you look at yourself, and announced when she launched her own cosmetics collection in 2019. “I might think it’s a beautiful thing that others will see and think they’re very weird, weird or ridiculous,” she added. “I’ve been called all of these things throughout my career.” “But guess who laughed at the end? Haus Labs has been thriving since rebranding in 2022. The brand, once sold only on Amazon, moved to Sephora, ushering in a new era that includes upgraded formulas. “We removed over 2,600 bad ingredients for your skin,” said Gaga, 39. The vegan and cruelty-free range now features skincare ingredients such as fermented arnica and plant-derived scaly ingredients. She notes: “For me, beauty is more than just the look of the makeup, or how it makes you look.” This is how it creates artisticity. “With Gaga’s helm, this artisticity is as bold, inclusive and original as hers.
Words of wisdom: “I promise you that if you make up your mind, you work hard, you never give up, and you won’t listen to rejection, you can achieve anything that life lingers.”
Marvel at her moisturizer: At the beginning, $153 million
Adult acne is what motivates Scarlett Johansson to start the start, her vegan, environmentally friendly skincare brand in 2022. Marvel Megastar, 40, describes it as a “white T-shirt for skin care” – simple, versatile, versatile, and playable with other products. “It’s not about resurfacing or reshaping the skin,” she said. “It’s about preserving what you’ve had for a long time.” The mission comes from a very personal place. “It was my own frustration at first,” she added. “I wanted a clean, unfinicked daily necessity. Until I got older, I had acne – and then wrinkles appeared. Once, I thought, ‘Great, do we both have it?’ I was totally overwhelmed.
Words of wisdom: “Every gain will be lost, and every loss will be gained.”
One Shadow Not For All: Fenty Beauty, $582 Million
From day one, inclusion has been at the heart of Rihanna’s cosmetic empire. When the award-winning artist launched the brand in 2017, she played a role in the moment with the current Iconic Pro filter’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation – debuting in a groundbreaking 40 shades (now expanded to 50). At the time, it was a bold and much-needed statement in an industry that still plagued the lack of diversity in the shadow range. Since then, Rihanna, 37, has continued to get out of the status quo and expanded her operation for her Fenty skin in 2020 and more recently, and Fenty Hair in 2024. Indeed, the brand keeps pushing the needle forward – not only innovative products, but also in various forms of entertainment, in various sizes, skin tones and background models. Inclusion is not a trend for Fenty – it is the standard.
Words of wisdom: “I pray a lot. A lot. I’m trying to look at all the situations, like some of the reasons behind it. Even if I can’t feel it in that moment, I just just thank God because I know something better is coming and he’s doing it for my good.”
Rare Beauty, the real impact: Rare Beauty, $600 million
When Selena Gomez launched her cosmetics line in 2020 (which has since expanded to Bodycare, and recently its first fragrance, the rare Eau de Parfum), it was not an advice for people to need to enhance the look. In fact, the opposite is true. “I don’t want anyone to feel they need it,” she said. Gomez, 33, has long advocated for physical positivity, and her purpose is to “create the entire lane in the makeup world, which also revolves around mental health.” The task clearly resonates, especially with Gen Z, who often sees makeup as a form of self-expression and a tool to celebrate personality. It is this sense of authenticity that is at the heart of the Gomez brand. “It took a while for this name to be rare, but I know I have to call it that way because I believe each of us is rare,” she explained.
Words of wisdom: “There is strength deep inside you, and you can find it when you don’t give up on yourself and when you’re vulnerable and seek help.”
Shaping the Future: Skim, $70 million
From internet-breaking nipple push-up bras to the ultimate face wrap that sells out every day, Kim Kardashian’s skimmer turns from a viral buzz to a full-fledged commercial juggernaut. But, under the product of the headlines is a very personal mission. “I’ve always loved Shapewear,” said Kardashian, 44. “But… I can’t find the skin tone for the look, that’s my skin tone.” After years of cutting, dyeing and Frankenstey to suit her curves and skin tone, she decided to do something about it. In 2019, she launched the plunder, which is tasked with fundamental inclusion across size, skin color and age. The hustle and bustle of hands get along well with what you sell, turning scumbags into cultural and economic forces, reshaping an industry at a time and buzzing at a time.
Words of wisdom: “You absolutely don’t want to do business with people who don’t want to go on vacation with people you don’t like.”
*The US dollar amount is approximately revenue in 2023 and based on research conducted by ARKA
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