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Beauty with Attitude. That’s the motto of Hard Candy, which has been around what feels like forever (well, since 1995). The name may make you think of things that are girly and sweet. And it may bring nostalgia for the older women in your life like your mom, aunt or grandma. The company was launched by Dineh Mohajer. A 21-year-old biochemistry major and pre-med student, she dreamed of becoming a plastic surgeon (which she never pursued--to our benefit!). 

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