Richard Hudnut

1855–1928 (age 73)

Perfumer/Cosmetics Manufacturer

Biography

Richard Hudnut pioneered the cosmetics industry with a refined sense of taste and an eye for global appeal, building a brand that represented elegance and innovation. His perfumes and beauty offerings captured the imagination of discerning patrons at home and abroad, helping to establish New York as a hub of style and sophistication.

Generations remember Hudnut for elevating the art of personal care, demonstrating that enterprise could be both creative and dignified, leaving behind a legacy of refinement and entrepreneurial courage.