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Racism in the beauty industry

It is claimed that the beauty industry is overlooking billions of Asian and black women. Critics of global make-up brands say they don't cater enough for darker skin tones. When and if they do, the products are often more expensive and the ranges are limited. So, with a market so big, why are the cosmetic companies ignoring the demand? Vishala Sri-Pathma has been finding out.

(Image: Model having make up applied, Paris Fashion Week, 2017, FENTY x PUMA by Rihanna, Credit: Getty Images)

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9 minutes