Which model founded Iman Cosmetics in 1994?

Iman founded Iman Cosmetics in 1994.

The company was created to serve women with a wide range of skin tones, especially customers who had often been overlooked by mainstream cosmetics companies. Iman used her experience as a global fashion model to identify gaps in foundation shades and other beauty products.

Iman Cosmetics became one of the best-known beauty businesses associated with a fashion model. Its inclusive positioning was particularly notable in the 1990s, when many major makeup counters carried relatively limited shade ranges.

Iman was born Zara Mohamed Abdulmajid in Somalia and became internationally recognized after moving into modeling. She later expanded her business activities into skincare, accessories and lifestyle products. The company is sometimes confused with celebrity fragrance ventures, but its defining achievement was its cosmetics range for diverse complexions.