FAQs

Brand and Product

Zeenat is the first U.S.-based, fully Halal‑certified, vegan, cruelty‑free, paraben‑free, and EU-compliant beauty brand founded and created by a teenage minority woman. Each formula is made with integrity and intention.

Yes we proud that all our products are proudly made in USA

All products are certified by Halal Monitoring Services (HMS), ensuring every ingredient and process meets strict Halal standards. For more info visit www.hmsusa.org

Absolutely, our formulas meet EU cosmetic regulations, ensuring the highest global safety standards.

Yes, no animal-derived ingredients are used, and we never test on animals. Our products are vegan and completely cruelty-free.

Our debut line includes skincare favorites (e.g., Bakuchiol Serum, gentle cleansers) and makeup essentials (e.g., Foundation, Concealer, Liquid Blush, Lip Butter, Mascara), with more launches coming soon.

Founder & Brand Story

Meet Mariam Aslam, a 16‑year‑old entrepreneur who founded Zeenat after nights spent sketching under the stars, determined not to wait for permission to make her mark.

The word “Zeenat” means beauty and adornment, a name passed down from Mariam’s grandfather. It’s a tribute to heritage, elegance, and her vision for beauty rooted in purpose.

Mariam is smartly juggling a pre‑med track, an Islamic scholarship, and a homemade cookie business started at age 14, all while dreaming and scaling Zeenat. It it just fascinating and her parents, family and friends are all proud of her for all her hard work, thrive to succeed and bring about a positive change with unique selling points that no other brand in the US possesses at one time and all inclusively.

Shipping & Orders

Orders are processed within 1–2 business days. Standard delivery across the US typically takes 2–5 business days, we are currently not offering international shipping.

There is a fix fee of $8 for standard shipping across the US for a product. For shipping of 3 or more products across the US, shipping is free.

We aim to process orders quickly. Orders cannot be changed or canceled once submitted. Please double-check before checkout.

Contact us within 12 hours of receipt with your order number and photos. We’ll work our best to reimburse or replace damaged items (where applicable). Each product shipment is packed, cushioned and sealed properly and a video of the whole process is stored for any future references.

It happens! Reach out within 12 hours with your order number. If applicable, we’ll correct the order promptly.

Returns & Refunds

We do not accept returns due to hygiene reasons, but we will replace damaged or incorrect items as necessary.

A $12 restocking fee applies for refused or unclaimed orders. The remaining balance (if applicable) will be issued within 5 business days.

Education & Support

A $12 restocking fee applies for refused or unclaimed orders. The remaining balance (if applicable) will be issued within 5 business days.

Reach our team at contact@zeenatbymariamaslam.com or via the Contact Us section on our website. We respond within 24 hours.

Ethics & Sustainability

Yes. Zeenat is a minority- and women and teenage founded brand, led by a visionary teenage girl.

We are phasing in recyclable glass and paper packaging, and avoiding single-use plastics whenever possible.

Future Plans

Yes! We're expanding into more serums, creams, masks, perfumes and versatile palettes, stay tuned.

At this time, we are not offering digital gift cards, but it in our roadmap to launch a personal gift card option.

Available exclusively on our official website now, with potential future retail partners.