Beauty Influencer Highlights Colorism in Korean Makeup, Offers Inclusive Tips

Los Angeles-based beauty influencer Monica Ravichandran (@monica.raviii) recently shared her experience getting Korean makeup done, highlighting the challenges of colorism in the beauty industry. In a short video that has gone viral, gaining over 13,000 views and 800 likes in just a few hours, Ravichandran describes feeling overlooked due to her skin tone. "People saying colorism doesn't exist in Korea...but this was me getting my makeup done," she says in the video. However, the experience led to valuable insights. Ravichandran now offers eight professional tips for brown-skinned women seeking to achieve the popular Korean makeup look, emphasizing the importance of finding products that complement diverse skin tones. Her video promotes inclusivity and self-acceptance, resonating with many viewers. The video's rapid growth in popularity underscores the demand for more inclusive beauty standards and representation within the industry.