Topic: Makeup

2 chapters across the catalog

98: Mixed Up
20:18 - 26:18

98: Mixed Up

Nuances of Black Identity and Skin Tone Classifications

The discussion details the internal nuances of skin tone within the black community, using terms like "red bone" and "high yellow." Modern identifiers for skin tone and hair texture often mirror commercial standards, such as MAC cosmetic shades. These classifications contribute to the complexity of identity for individuals like Barack Obama and Kamala Harris.

79: Pizza Party
3:03:58 - 3:09:36

79: Pizza Party

Visual Presentation and the "Natural" Sisterhood Aesthetic

Mo observes that Judge Jackson's appearance during the hearings seemed "darker" and more "natural" than in previous photos, comparing it to Kamala Harris's aesthetic shifts. He explains this as a trend within a specific "sisterhood" where darker skin and natural hair are used to signal authenticity and belonging. They discuss how these visual cues are used to shape public perception of political figures.