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Epara
Having launched in 2017, Epara caught the attention of the global press, soon becoming known as the luxury brand that made beauty more inclusive. Created specifically to meet the skincare needs of women of colour, Epara uses a combination of ingredients such as plankton extract, marula oil and bamboo silk to tackle hyperpigmentation and promote healing and hydration. A cult favourite of British Vogue's Contributing Editor Funmi Fetto as well as model and philanthropist Noëlla Coursaris Musunka, Epara is celebrated for its gentle but effective ingredients.