Christopher Goncalo: The COO and husband to Huda Beauty

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Posted: February 21, 2025
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Christopher Goncalo: The COO and husband to Huda Beauty

  • Age: (Exact birthdate not widely available)
  • Business: Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Huda Beauty, General Partner at HB Investments
  • Height: (Not widely documented)
  • Spouse: Huda Kattan
  • Net Worth: Estimated to be in the millions, largely due to Huda Beauty’s billion-dollar success

The Man Behind the Glam

When people think of Huda Beauty, they immediately picture Huda Kattan, the social media mogul turned beauty entrepreneur. But behind the scenes, Christopher Goncalo, her husband, has been an integral force in making Huda Beauty one of the most successful cosmetics brands in the world.

As Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Goncalo is the logistical mastermind, ensuring the company runs smoothly. While Huda dominates the beauty scene with her creativity and marketing genius, Christopher handles business development, operations, and logistics, helping to scale the brand into a global empire.

Related: Huda Kattan: The Visionary Behind Huda Beauty’s Success

Related: Huda Beauty’s Bold Comeback: How Huda Kattan Rebranded After Controversy

College Sweethearts: How Christopher Met Huda

Christopher and Huda’s love story began at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, where they were both students. What started as a college romance soon turned into a power couple dynamic, with Christopher playing a pivotal role in helping Huda bring her beauty dreams to life.

In 2008, they made a bold move to Dubai, where Huda pursued her passion for beauty blogging and makeup artistry. Christopher, ever the supportive husband and strategic thinker, helped turn a passion project into a multi-billion-dollar business.

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The Business Backbone of Huda Beauty

While Huda Kattan became the face of the brand, Christopher was the driving force behind the scenes. His expertise in operations, logistics, and business strategy helped transform Huda Beauty from a blog into a powerhouse beauty brand. Some of his key contributions include:

  • Scaling the business – Christopher played a major role in taking Huda Beauty from a small startup to a global cosmetics giant with retail presence in major stores like Sephora and Harrods.
  • Handling logistics and operations – As Huda Beauty grew, so did the complexity of manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain management. Christopher ensured the company could keep up with demand.
  • Expanding their investment portfolio – Through HB Investments, he helps manage the family’s investments in emerging beauty and wellness brands.

A Power Couple That Wins Together

Beyond business, Christopher and Huda balance their roles as parents to their daughter Nour Giselle, all while running a global empire. Their story proves that behind every successful entrepreneur, there’s often a strong partner working tirelessly behind the scenes.

Together, they’ve built more than just a brand—they’ve built a legacy.

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