ABOUT KAYALI
Fuelled by passion, KAYALI was founded in 2018 by beauty mogul and fragrance fanatic, Mona Kattan.
Translating to ‘my imagination’ in Arabic, Kayali is inspired by her rich Middle Eastern heritage and the sacred ritual of layering scents to help you create your mood. KAYALI collaborates with some of the world’s most renowned perfumers and sources the finest ingredients to create unique juices that are infinitely memorable, long-lasting, and cruelty-free.
Each luxurious fragrance is an ode to true craftsmanship and tells a special story from the addictive notes to the multi-faceted jewelled bottles. Thanks to the founder being a global social media powerhouse and her obsession with fragrances, KAYALI has built an engaged community with more than 6 million combined followers.
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ABOUT MONA KATTAN
“I consider fragrances as bookmarks to my life because scent has this incredible ability to transport you to different places and time”–Mona Kattan
Mona Kattan, a trailblazing Arab American entrepreneur, is recognized as one of the most influential women in the beauty industry and the Arab world.
As the founder of KAYALI fragrances, she has achieved remarkable success, dedicated to fostering inclusivity in beauty and empowering the next generation of beauty enthusiasts. After earning her bachelor’s degree in finance, Mona briefly worked in investment banking before embarking on her entrepreneurial journey.
In 2009, she launched her first business venture, a PR and business consultancy, while simultaneously building her personal network and community. In2012, Mona co-founded a beauty salon with one of her friends, which led her to the idea of creating Huda Beauty with her sisters, Huda and Alya.
Mona’s fragrance passion has built a global community of over 6 million followers across social media. Her expertise has been featured in leading publications such as WWD, Cosmopolitan,Vogue, POPSUGAR, Allure, Marie Claire, and Harper’s Bazaar. She has also been named one of the most powerful women in the Middle East by Forbes in 2024. Additionally, Mona has appeared on popular TV shows like Netflix’s Dubai Bling and Shark Tank.
Beyond her role as a brand founder, Mona is an active mentor, speaker, and member of organizations like YPO, Founders Forum, and The Fragrance Foundation, continually shaping the future of the beauty industry.