'The truth is, a lot of people have darker skin circling their eyes, but only some of us are made to feel a way about it.'
published an article with the headline, “Why French Girls Skip Concealer — and Swear by the Surprising Charm of Under-Eye Circles.” White models and beauty mavens are quoted saying things like, “Dark circles under the eyes can be one of the most moving things on a human face,” and, “They make a fresh face look interesting.” I’ve yet to come across a description of dark circles on more melanated skin as anything but a problem to be fixed.
It’s important to note that dark circles can also appear on those dealing with chronic illness and disease, contributing to their stigma as markers of an “unhealthy” face. In her compelling new memoir The Undying, Anne Boyer writes about the pressure to appear healthy despite dealing with aggressive breast cancer. “An exhausted person, trying to look less so, will try, as trying is what she is good at,” Boyer writes.
This made me think about how I often want to, but never ever wear kohl liner or lower-lash mascara for fear of racoon eyes, and how I’ll still put on a full face of makeup — Fenty Match Stix is my go-to concealer these days — when I know my photo might be taken. But most days, I’m out in the world bare faced; teaching yoga classes, riding public transit, running errands, and hanging out with friends.
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