American International Industries

🚨 Reasons for Boycotting American International Industries (AII)

American International Industries (AII) is a privately-held American company founded in 1971 by Zvi Ryzman, specializing in the manufacture and distribution of beauty and skincare products. The company owns iconic brands such as Ardell (false eyelashes), China Glaze (nail polish), GiGi (hair removal), Body Drench, DUO, and Clubman. While the company does not sell weapons directly, its sole owner Zvi Ryzman is israeli-born, grew up in israel, and served for three years in the israel Defense Forces (IDF). He is a prominent member of the Zionist community in the United States, and his family donates large sums to israeli institutions such as the Jerusalem College of Technology (JCT), thereby strengthening the academic and technological infrastructure of the occupation state.

1. Zvi Ryzman - Founder and Owner, Served in the IDF: Zvi Ryzman was born and raised in israil, studied at Yeshivat HaYishuv HaChadash and at the Chevron Yeshiva, and served for three years in the israel Defense Forces (IDF). He graduated from Tel Aviv University with a Bachelor of Arts in economics and political science. He founded AII in 1971 and remains its President and CEO today. Ryzman is a prolific rabbi and author in the field of Jewish law (Ratz KaTzvi) and has been described as a "Jerusalem Prize laureate." This military and religious background makes him a prominent figure in the israeli settlement project.JNS: Zvi and Betty Ryzman name the 'beit midrash' at the Jerusalem College of Technology (May 2025)Crunchbase: Zvi Ryzman — Founder, President and CEO of American International IndustriesHAPPI: American International Industries — Founded in 1971 by Zvi Ryzman
2. Major Donations to the Jerusalem College of Technology (JCT) in israil: In May 2025, the Jerusalem College of Technology (JCT) - a prominent israeli academic institution focused on science and technology that integrates academic education with Torah study - announced it had received a major gift from Zvi and Betty Ryzman for the naming of the "beit midrash" (Torah study hall) on campus. These donations directly support israil's academic and technological infrastructure, as JCT is a higher education institution in israil that combines high-quality academic education with Torah study. Through these donations, Ryzman directly contributes to strengthening the israeli educational system that serves the settlement economy.JNS: Zvi and Betty Ryzman name the 'beit midrash' at the Jerusalem College of Technology (May 2025)
3. Privately-Held American Company Selling Products in 180 Countries: AII is a privately-held American company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1971 by Zvi Ryzman, it now owns over 75 brands across categories including false eyelashes, skincare, hair removal, nail care, haircare, and men's grooming. The company sells its products in 180 countries and manufactures 61 million beauty products annually. Its most well-known brands include Ardell (false eyelashes), China Glaze (nail polish), GiGi (hair removal), Body Drench, DUO (lash adhesive), and Clubman (men's grooming).HAPPI: American Intl. — Founded in 1971 by Zvi Ryzman, sells products in 180 countriesTravel Markets Insider: Ardell's parent company, American International Industries, is a family owned business founded in 1970-1971 by Zvi Ryzman
4. Support for Zionist and israeli Academic Institutions: In addition to his donation to the Jerusalem College of Technology, Zvi Ryzman is known for his prolific writings on Jewish law (Ratz KaTzvi) and articles addressing the intersection of Torah and technology, including topics such as COVID-19 and lab-grown meat. His current efforts have been described as directed toward issues like the halachic status of artificial limbs amid the ongoing war in israil. These activities reflect a deep commitment to the Zionist project and support for israeli institutions.JNS: Zvi and Betty Ryzman — Prolific Torah-book series, halachic status of artificial limbs amid war in israel (May 2025)
5. Stark Double Standards in Crisis Response: Although AII does not issue public statements on political issues, its owner Zvi Ryzman openly supports israeli institutions and served in the occupation military, while there is no indication of his support for humanitarian causes or Palestinian rights. This silence, coupled with actual support for israil, reflects stark double standards.JNS: Zvi Ryzman's support for israeli institutions (May 2025)

🌐 Sources

Official and verifiable sources detailing American International Industries' involvement with israil:

• JNS: Zvi and Betty Ryzman name the 'beit midrash' at the Jerusalem College of Technology (May 2025)
• Crunchbase: Zvi Ryzman — Founder, President and CEO of American International Industries
• HAPPI: American International Industries — Founded in 1971 by Zvi Ryzman
• HAPPI: American Intl. — Sells products in 180 countries
• Travel Markets Insider: Ardell's parent company, American International Industries

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