The past years have seen an explosion in celebrity-founded beauty brands, as A-listers from Rihanna to Lady Gaga have launched their own lines of cosmetics, skin-care and fragrances. These types of brands tend to always generate buzz in a big way both because of the celebrity star power behind them, but my question here is, are these products actually novel or good quality products or just good at taking advantage of fame to pull money from their loyal fanbase? Let’s survey some of the most notable celebrity beauty brands and decide if they’re worth the hype.

The beauty industry worldwide is a billion-dollar industry driven by innovation, marketing, and the demand of consumers for high-end products. With so many brands fighting for market share, here are a few that have staggering annual revenues. These brands embody a successful combination of luxury, accessibility, and exceptional marketing almost too good to be true. In this article, we take a look at which beauty brands make the most money in the world and you will see why.

Over the decades, McDonald’s has become an American institution, growing from a measly hamburger stand in California to the world’s largest fast food chain. Its journey is a testament to innovation, strategy and the power of a globally recognized brand.

Tea has been prized for its calming and soothing qualities for thousands of years and today the health benefits of this most humble beverage are more prevalent than ever. Whether you want to improve your immune system, assist with digestion, or wind down after a busy day, somewhere, there is a tea for what ails you. Between the variety of options available to you, finding the right tea can be life-changing. Whether it's the antioxidant-packed green tea or the calming chamomile, each variety brings its own set of benefits supporting various parts of the body.

In our rapidly moving times, fashion is no longer the sole domain of the deep-pocketed. Low-priced fashion chains have taken the world by storm, allowing everyone to wear great looking high-quality clothes. These brands show that you don’t have to break the bank to dress stylishly and feel good about it. From students on a budget, to young professionals starting out, to anyone who simply appreciates a good deal, affordable clothing brands line the shelves offering a variety of options.

Few beauty products become legendary, but Dior 999 is one. This iconic red lipstick has ranked since its debut, adorning the beauty featured of celebrities, makeup artists, and people anywhere. So, what's so special about Dior 999? Why has it been a bestseller for decades while thousands of other lipsticks have come and gone? Part of the answer lies in its universal appeal, its indulgent formulation, its cultural connotations and its consummate branding, which together have made it one of the few beauty products with the status of true classic.