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Huda Beauty Cuts Ties Over Racial Slur Incident

11/3/2025

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Huda Beauty ended its partnership with Huda Mustafa (influencer) after livestream incident involving a racial slur directed at Olandria Carthen.
Mustafa's initial laughter sparked outrage and prompted Huda Beauty to reaffirm inclusivity.
Mustafa later issued a public apology and announced a donation to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.
Carthen condemned the slur and urged accountability, while the incident sparked debate on influencer and brand responsibilities online.

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Huda Beauty ended its partnership with Huda Mustafa (influencer) after livestream incident involving a racial slur directed at Olandria Carthen.
Mustafa's initial laughter sparked outrage and prompted Huda Beauty to reaffirm inclusivity.
Mustafa later issued a public apology and announced a donation to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.
Carthen condemned the slur and urged accountability, while the incident sparked debate on influencer and brand responsibilities online.