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Health & Beauty · Makeup & Cosmetics

Mented Cosmetics sells makeup and beauty products specifically formulated for women of color, with shades and undertones designed to complement deeper skin tones. The brand is notable for addressing the historical gap in the beauty industry where mainstream cosmetics brands failed to offer inclusive shade ranges for Black and Brown customers.

Finally, makeup that celebrates your skin tone, not erases it

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Your skin tone finally meets its perfect match, crafted in Hawai'i

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Professional makeup that refuses to compromise on ethics or affordability

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Muddy matte lips that last all day, zero transfer stress

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