Darker-skinned models speak out against makeup artists failing to provide adequate makeup services.

Megan Milan, a Black New York Fashion Week model, recently shared her experience with makeup artists having a lack of understanding about darker skin tones. She took to TikTok to express her frustration on the matter.

In the 21-second clip, Milan showed the artist using a foundation several shades lighter than her actual skin. She pointed out that she expected better from the NYFW professionals. She revealed in the caption how she normally brings her own foundation for shoots, but she decided not to this time.

Milan went on to express her disappointment with how many of the industry’s makeup artists don’t know how to do makeup on Black models. She revealed that she had to purchase her own products to do her makeup for the show. Frustrated, she asked the camera, “Why am I at Sephora doing my makeup?”

Milan’s posts quickly sparked a response from many people who supported her. Commenters validated her anger over the NYFW situation, saying it was unacceptable for Fashion Week to not hire makeup artists who are familiar with all skin tones.

This is just one of the examples of how the fashion industry still has a long way to go before it is truly inclusive and representative of all skin tones. While Milan’s experience was unfortunate, it serves as a reminder of the importance of continuing the conversation about diversity and representation.

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