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Are beauty products serving black women?

Africa’s beauty market is booming, projected to grow by $10 billion by 2030. Despite this, many beauty products on the global market are not fit for black skin.

Africa’s beauty and personal care industry is growing, as more people look to achieve glowing skin and the perfect make up look.

But many products on the market still do not cater to black skin. Last year, a study by US-based Environmental Working Group (EWG) found that over 3000 beauty products targeting black women contain health hazards. 

Focus on Africa: The Conversation host, Nkechi Ogbonna spoke with Zithobe Macheli, a skincare influencer from South Africa and Jessica Molefe, a make-up artist from Botswana to get their thoughts on this growing industry.

Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna
Producers: Carolyne Kiambo and Fana Negash
Technical Producer: Terry Chege
Senior Producer: Priya Sippy
Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

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