Dear Beautiful Brown Girl,

If you’ve ever stood in front of a mirror, unsure of where to begin with makeup, wondering if the shades available were made for you, or feeling like beauty standards didn’t always reflect your skin, know this—you are already stunning. Makeup is not about changing who you are; it’s about enhancing what makes you uniquely beautiful.

As brown girls, we’ve often been told what shades “don’t suit us” or that our features should look a certain way. But the truth is, makeup is an art, and you are the canvas. There are no rules—only endless possibilities. Your rich melanin deserves to glow, your eyes deserve to be lined with confidence, and your lips deserve every shade you dare to wear.

Don’t be afraid to experiment. The perfect foundation shade exists for you. The bold red lipstick that “isn’t for brown girls”? It absolutely is—because you define what looks good on you. The eyeliner struggles, the blending mishaps, and the occasional mismatched foundation are all part of the journey. Every swipe of a brush is a step towards self-expression.

Start small if you need to—maybe a little concealer, a touch of highlighter, or just a favorite lip color. Watch tutorials, follow artists who look like you, and most importantly, practice without pressure. With time, you’ll find your signature look, your confidence, and your power.

You are radiant, you are worthy, and you belong in every beauty space. Makeup is just another way to celebrate yourself. So go ahead—pick up that brush, that liner, that lipstick, and paint the world with your magic.

With love and confidence,
A Fellow Brown Girl Who Believes in You