Top 10 Women Leaders in Beauty & Personal Care from Dubai - 2025
Dubai is fast becoming a global leader in the beauty and personal care market, primarily through the incredible women leaders in the industry who are changing expectations, creating trends, and inspiring new generations of women. They combine the energy of entrepreneurship with strategic innovation to create a city of beauty, innovation and excellence. Many people have created powerful brands that combine luxury and sustainability for an urban, urbane consumer. They have prioritized cruelty-free formulations, organic materials and sustainable packaging in response to a zeitgeist towards conscious beauty. Others have transitioned into renowned leadership roles in established companies, leveraging luxury technology, data-driven strategies and creative marketing that speak to both local and global markets.
These women are also harnessing digital platforms to foster strong and engaged communities of people. Having created interactive content, masterclasses, and collaborations with women entrepreneurs on a global scale, these women are using social media not simply to promote products, but to educate and provide inspiration. Their innovation has identified Dubai as an exciting and influential contender in the global beauty narrative. In addition to their professional accomplishments, many are engaged in advocating for female empowerment and supporting programs to encourage women to become leaders in business, including mentoring the next generation of female entrepreneurs. These women's influence extends beyond beauty and showcases the changing economic and cultural role of women in Dubai. Through their leadership and creativity, and by reimagining the industry, these women are actively shaping the future of the beauty and personal care industry, both locally and globally.
In this issue, the Women Entrepreneurs Review magazine brings a list of ‘Top 10 Women Leaders in Beauty & Personal Care from Dubai - 2025’, who are domineers of change in the corporate realm of the country. This list of ten leading and inspiring women is crafted by a team of CEOs, VCs, and the editorial board, delivering inspiring stories of their journey and the contributions & roles played by them in the creation and empowerment of an economically powerful nation.
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Gabrielle Singh, Director, Dubai
With over years in the beauty industry, she has transformed her background in psychology into a mission to revolutionize the skincare industry through education, transparency, and more
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Harper Gill, Managing Director, Dubai
With a focus on excellence, innovation, and customer experience, she oversees the brand’s vision of providing modern women with premium, results-driven beauty treatments
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Huda Kattan, Co-CEO, Dubai
A makeup artist turned entrepreneur, she has built a beauty brand through her passion and continues to shape the beauty industry with products that inspire creativity and inclusivity
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Janvi Menghani, Director, Dubai
A professional focused on education, guidance, and skill development to promote relevance and excellence in the beauty industry
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Lydia Espin, Managing Director, Dubai
With a passion for wellness and a commitment to excellence, she leads the brand’s vision of combining science and self-care to deliver transformative, results-driven products
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Mona Monica Kattan, Founder & CEO, Dubai
As an entrepreneur and beauty visionary, she combines creativity with business acumen, drawing on her passion for fragrance to redefine the modern perfume industry
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Mouna Abbassy, Founder & CEO, Dubai
She is passionate about empowering women and promoting authentic, clean skincare, and combines traditional Moroccan ingredients with modern formulations to create beauty solutions
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Nesha Turley, Managing Director, Dubai
She drives the company’s mission to provide convenient, skin-friendly, and ecoconscious hygiene solutions that meet the needs of modern consumers
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Shirley Conlon, Founder, Dubai
With a background in cosmetic science and years of industry experience, she is dedicated to creating high-performance, eco-conscious products formulated with sourced, organic ingredients
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Tara Rose Kidd, Founder, Dubai
She is passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences, combining creativity, innovation, and personalized care in every service


