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Make-up and rebellion

In countries like Somalia and Iran, where women are largely expected to present themselves with modesty, what role can make-up play?

In countries like Somalia and Iran, where women are largely expected to present themselves with modesty, what role can make-up play? Bella Hassan of 麻豆社 Focus on Africa is from Somalia and Mina Joshaghani of 麻豆社 Persian is from Iran. They tell us about how make-up functions in a conservative society.

Produced by Caroline Ferguson and Hannah Dean.

(Photo: Faranak Amidi. Credit: Tricia Yourkevich)

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Mon 29 Jul 2024 02:32GMT

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