First of all, we bow down to the owners of Mented Cosmetics. These two women listened very carefully to women of color all over, yearning for rich, appropriately toned nude lipsticks that for the longest time, we haven’t been able to find in stores. Their lipstick collections have taken media outlets and women all over social…
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I’ve been talking about foundations for women of color for some time now, and I’ve always thought Make Up For Ever came correct when it came to this topic. I don’t think I’ve ever felt as though MUFE was a brand that overlooked the needs of women of color. Their foundations may not have been…
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A lot of people will say that a matte lip is a matte lip is a matte lip. But, they’re not all the same. Most are dry, lackluster formulas that leave your lips looking chapped and crusty. Some don’t even dry matte. Some are too hard to apply. And others dry up so fast you…
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Lip colors are the easiest, never-ending way to change up your look in a hot second and at the moment, metallics are getting a lot of shine. L’Oreal Lip Paint Metallics struck a chord with me, with its lightweight formula and easy application. Smooth texture and all, the two shades I fell for (Liquid Venom…
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Holographic glosses, high intense pigmented lipsticks, 3D illuminators, foundations and more. Jay Manuel, the makeup artist of our beloved America’s Next Top Model show, has brought his vision and expertise in the beauty biz to life. Stocked with very to-the-point makeup options, like black lipsticks and blushes for all shades, the line is pretty much…
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“I think growing up it was tough and it was very confusing because there weren’t a lot of bi-racial families when I was growing up. There were a lot of eye stares and I really didn’t quite understand it and I didn’t have any bi-racial friends. And so I feel like I was always torn…there’s…
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Spoiler alert: I’m not here for it, and neither should you. Women and men alike have done the makeup, body and hair shaming thing long enough. Let us live, and leave us be. Also, watch the video and add your two cents below. Don’t forget to share with your #BeautifullyBrown friends and family! xx, Melanie…
Read MoreFrom being told to shy away from bright lipsticks to believing that you’ll never find your perfect foundation (you will), I take a quick dive into the myths that we’ve been coerced into believing as darker women. Share your thoughts and comments and introduce our new YouTube channel to your #BeautifullyBrown friends and family. xx, Melanie…
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Hola, ladies! This week, I have a new, fun video up on Beautifully Brown’s YouTube channel. Talking my journey as a beauty editor, what ‘Dark Girl’ really signifies, and the most annoying makeup pet peeve I will never get over. Share your thoughts, subscribe and stay tuned for more videos to come. XO, Melanie Yvette
Read MoreYes, you read right! BB now has a YouTube channel. I’m so excited to launch the series, Beauty Moment.
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