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Clean Water Action hosted The Hidden Costs of Beauty webinar to uncover the environmental and health impacts of beauty products marketed to Black women and other communities of color. This discussion brought together advocates, researchers, and community members to explore the intersections of beauty, health, and justice—and, more importantly, to chart a path forward.

As an Environmental Justice Organizer who has worked in social justice spaces for nearly nine years, I am constantly uncovering new layers of how my identity has been shaped by systemic inequities. These discoveries are both painful and empowering, revealing the depth of the systems we are working to dismantle.

The intersection of environmental justice and the beauty industry underscores the urgent need for systemic change. From stricter regulations on toxic chemicals to more sustainable non-toxic packaging practices, the path forward requires collaboration between policymakers, communities, and advocates.