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The relationship between women and the perception of beauty can be complicated to say the least. Certain values (and backgrounds) are placed over others, people are judged for their choices, and people in the beauty industry are not always regarded as the professionals they are. That is why we want to celebrate a few historical women in the beauty industry who changed the world through leadership, innovation, ethical practices and civil rights.

Madame C.J. Walker

Walker was the first member of her family to be born free from slavery... and went on to become a self-made millionaire, one of the “most successful woman of her time”, and is still viewed as one of the most influential and successful Black entrepreneurs in history with her hair product line designed for Black women. Never forgetting her origins, she is equally remembered for her work as a social/political activist and philanthropist.   “I had to make my own living and opportunity. But I made it! Don’t sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them.”

Madame C.J. Walker

 source: blackdoctor.org 

Elizabeth Arden (real name Florence Nightingale Graham)

During the late 19th and early 20th Century, makeup was viewed as something used only by “showgirls” or women lacking class (as women in entertainment were viewed).  Elizabeth Arden defied this stigma and redefined the way makeup and beauty was perceived by the public. In doing this, she became one of the wealthiest women in the world. “It’s remarkable what a woman can accomplish with just a little ambition."

Elizabeth Arden

source: thoughtco.com

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Eunice Johnson

Fashion pioneer, icon, and tour de force personality. Makeup shades have consistently been an issue in makeup, often completely ignoring the darker skin tones that many women in the world have. Eunice Johnson was a co-creator of Fashion Fair, one of the first makeup lines for WOC, which prompted other brands to expand their available shades. 

Along with her work in cosmetics, she worked for better representation of Black women in the beauty industry. As the creator Ebony Fashion Fair, the “Largest Fashion Traveling Show,” where she promoted Black designers, models, and couture designed for the Black community. ‘If you can’t find any black models, we’ll get some for you. And if you can’t use them, we’re not going to buy from you anymore.’ 

“A woman must have body attitude.”

Eunice Johnson

source: dukechronicle.com

Mary Kay Ashe

Chances are, you’ve heard of Mary Kay products. You may also heard of the “lean-in” movement to help women achieve their career ambitions. What you may not know is that Mary Kay was one of the originators of the of the “lean-in” concept, inspiring women worldwide to take charge of their careers through self-employment opportunities. “Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, you can achieve.”

Mary Kay Ashe

source:succedfeed.com 

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