Black women’s beauty has long been marginalized, misrepresented, and undervalued due to centuries of systemic oppression, colorism, and Eurocentric beauty standards. From the era of slavery to contemporary media, Black women have been conditioned to view whiteness as the aesthetic ideal. This conditioning manifests in preferential treatment for lighter skin, straighter hair, thinner lips, and … Continue reading Reclaiming Black Beauty: A Celebration and Analysis.