In a recent Q&A session for British Vogue, Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o sits down to read some letters written to her by fans, from the importance of self-worth to coping as a strong black woman in her industry, Lupita offers candid answers and advice.
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Undoubtedly, Lupita is one celebrity that sets the beauty standards, either serving major beauty inspiration or championing natural hair on and off the red carpet. One of the questions asked was; what is the one piece of makeup that makes you feel most confident?. To which she answered
I love mascara, it’s light and it’s dark and it’s easy to put on and it just brightens the eyes.
As a child, Lupita Nyong’o sometimes wished she had a different complexion. Now, the Academy Award winner and Lancôme ambassador is determined to use her platform to promote a message of self-acceptance among young women. Read her new book Sulwe now.
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