They can be found all over the world, including India. But in India, there is a heavy price that thousands of miners working illegally in mica mines in the country are paying. Poor and dangerous working conditions Widow Basanti Mosamat, 40, lives in Jharkhand who specializes in collecting and selling scrap mica for a living. This is her family’s only source of income. Once a week, Mosamat, her father-in-law and her five children hike 10 kilometers into the woods near the village to set up camp and spend a few days sifting for minerals. Picking up mica from dawn to dusk without any protective gear left her hands scratched and bruised. Her eldest daughter has picked up mica since she was 5. The more hands on the job, the more likely the family will have food on the table. “One mica picker is not enough. My father passed away, so I had to help my mother,” she said. 1 kg of shredded mica sells for 7 rupees ($0.10). On a lucky day, the Mosamat family hopes to earn 150 rupees ($2.06). Mica miners. Photo: CNA They are part of India’s 100 million indigenous people known as the Adivasis, who live on the fringes of society with limited government support for health, education, job security and food. “There’s nothing here, a life of hunger and fullness makes it impossible for us to look forward to the future,” Birhor said. Poverty has led some miners to turn to abandoned caves and mines, where there is more mica. However, they do not have lights or protective equipment, only exploiting based on experience. “People can slip and fall somewhere or get kicked in the head. Mining is very difficult. We always have to be vigilant, the mine is likely to collapse at any time. Sometimes one mistake can kill them all,” said Mukesh Bhulla, who started picking up mica as a scared child. In January, there were at least three reports of mine collapses in Koderma and Jharkhand. An estimated 10 to 20 people die each month due to the risks of mica mining. In fact, there are more accidents than are reported. However amateur miners have no choice but to take the risk. “If we didn’t work here, we would all die. There is no other option for the job. What are we going to do?”, shared Dimpi Devi, a mother of three. This makes people like Devi very vulnerable to exploitation, especially when they can’t afford living expenses. If they cannot borrow from mainstream banks, they have to look to usury lenders with interest rates up to 200%/year. “Some people told us they were only allowed to sell mica to their creditors at the price these merchants asked for,” said investigative journalist Peter Bengtsen. He has been monitoring the mica trade in Jharkhand for more than a decade. “Basically, the deal will last until they pay off their debts,” Bengtsen said. Forest management inspections are also common, and miners are sometimes required to pay bribes to keep working. Mosamat said: “The police don’t visit us often, but the rangers keep an eye on us. “There is a network of people manipulating mica mining and they are very powerful,” said Deepak Bara, a freelance journalist based in Jharkhand. Indian children participate in mica mining. Photo: CNA A systemic problem Controversy over mica mining began to surface in the mid-2000s, following investigations into the use of child labor in the industry. According to the International Labor Organization, India has more than 10 million children who are working even though they are not of working age. In particular, the plight of child miners in the mica industry has attracted international media attention. However, according to many journalists and politicians, children born into mica mining families have no choice but to continue the work of their parents. “They have to earn extra income for the family. The government does not have a policy to support children or if it does, it is not effective,” Bara said. In response to growing public concern, several global campaigns have been established. One of them is the Mica Initiative, which intends to eliminate child mining in Jharkhand next year. Members of the campaign include Chanel, L’Oréal and Sephora. Some other brands are also committed to more rigorous testing of the supply chain. However, they must also admit that managing mica sources is very difficult. In 2019, mica exports in India reached more than 37 million USD (according to World Bank data). With so many transactions, brands can’t track exactly where their mica comes from. Yue Jin Tay, business development manager of Circulor, a company that uses blockchain to verify the provenance of minerals in the supply chain, said technology could be part of the solution but more is needed to make it happen. Ethical trading became a common practice. And consumers need to accept that the company has to pay increasing costs to more rigorously examine the supply chain.

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According to the SCMP Blackpink stars, famous Chinese beauties like Angelababy and Yang Mi have increased the demand for V-shaped facial aesthetics. Many “photogenic” stars make the trend of making faces even more popular with women. Photo: Sohu. There are many ways to “manipulate” the face You can only take 30 minutes to go through the face shaping and skin tightening treatment. This beauty method is now popular, and is requested by many girls when coming to cosmetic establishments. While the customer closes their eyes, the technician glides the warm device over the face and neck. It emits radio frequency and pulsed magnetic fields to firm the skin, highlight facial contours. In the end, the result is a face with a sharper contour of the jaw, the appearance of the cheekbones. These are the hallmarks of a V-shaped face. “Koreans see V-shaped faces as their standard of beauty. Consequently, many cosmetic treatments aim to achieve the ideal facial balance and eternal youthfulness”, advancing commented Dr. Kevin Chua – co-founder of Dr Kevin Chua Clinic of Medicine and Cosmetology in Singapore – commented. In addition to cosmetic treatments, beauty companies also create products that shape the face. Photo: SCMP. Besides radiofrequency treatments such as the Venus Freeze, many other options are also available. Botox injections to reduce the appearance of jaw muscles are a common choice. Ultrasound therapy Ulthera aims to work deeper into the skin to firm it. In addition, the injection of a filler like Profhilo to help shape the contour face. Beauty brands have also jumped on. The Clarins Company was at the forefront of the V-shaped facial lift that was launched in the late 1990s. It was created to meet the oval face needs of many women in Japan at that time. Many other brands – from high-end brands like La Mer to mid-range including Bio-Essence, Sephora – also offer creams, serums, and masks with invitations that can help shape facial contours. What do the experts say? Before this beauty wave, many experts believe that this is an unhealthy way to do it. “Human faces differ in proportions due to the bone structure, where muscles and fat accumulate on the face. Therefore, trying to have a face like another has a lot of consequences. I don’t understand why. Why do people have to run after that perfectly labeled oval face? “, says Larry Yeo – beauty educator and makeup artist. “Angelababy is one of the stars that make the V-shaped face trend more popular,” SCMP said. Photo: Hk01. The widespread use of photo filters on social media can also distort perceptions more. The user’s appearance is far from reality, the skin becomes pale, the face is stretched. According to Yeo, this created a “senseless illusion”. He encourages everyone to fall in love with their own natural features. If you want to improve on something, you can learn makeup. Meanwhile, Kevin Chua points out the dark side of this beauty approach as you get older. When he was young, the cheeks weren’t sucked in. As we age, the laxity of leather texture increases, causing the shape of the V-shaped face to be turned into a roof with upturned noses. “We can see how the looks of manga and anime characters inspire beauty. Beauty can improve the quality of life. If the surgeon is confident of getting the results he wants, I support it. It is important for the client to know that there are risks involved in surgery, “said Lim, a beauty specialist. As the push for inclusiveness and diversity pervades, Lim hopes more women will learn to love themselves more. She gives one last piece of advice to those who are thinking of doing something drastic to change their looks: “Will this still be appropriate when you turn 65 or 70? This is the reason I never did. tattoo hours “.

Inspired by nature with raw materials, Dior Sauvage Aromas of wood and earth. Besides, the warm notes of bergamot, pepper and amber give a feeling of being lost in the desert. Image: Dior . Perfume bottles are priced at 97 USD per 100 ml. The scent of Dior Sauvage is appreciated when it feels fresh but no less delicate. Photo: Sephora. Born in 1996 , Acqua Di Gio Pour Homme is one of the most popular men’s perfume bottles. Ingredients such as bergamot, citrus flowers and green mandarin orange add the scent of the sea. Besides, rosemary combined with patchouli creates a feeling of freshness and cleanliness. Perfume bottles cost 91 USD per 100 ml. Image: Sephora . Some classic scents will never go out of style. Polo Black from Ralph Lauren brand is considered a time challenge perfume bottle. The bold combination of mango, lemon, mandarin, sandalwood, sage and patchouli produces a unique, rich scent. Perfume bottles sell for 60 USD. Image: Sephora , Perfume BD . Eternity is a perfume bottle with a romantic fragrance inspired by lasting love. Aromas from freesia, tangerine, white lily blend with sandalwood to create a timeless combination. Currently the brand name perfume bottle is 85 USD. Image: Sephora . Optimistic, playful fragrance Luna Rossa Sport helps cheer men up and improve morning mood. The perfume bottle features notes of lavender, ginger, juniper and vanilla. Men need to spend $ 94 to own it. Image: Sephora . Appeared on the market in 1998, Hugo Boss Bottled cost 90 USD. Perfume bottles carry classic, masculine scents. The notes of citrus and lemon notes are harmoniously combined with sandalwood and vetiver. Image: Perfume’s Club . The perfume bottle is rated by users as having a moderate flow of scent. Besides, some opinions say that the product’s quality is worth the selling price. Photo: Sephora, Vogue.

Rihanna has collaborated with several famous brands such as Dior, Manolo Blahnik, Stance Socks, Puma and River Islan. However, independent projects are what sets her apart in the fashion and beauty fields, according to her WWD . Behind the name Fenty Beauty Rihanna’s first business – Fenty Beauty – has launched an unprecedented 40-tone line of foundation creams, setting a new standard for diversity. Voice Diamonds want women everywhere to be able to use it, regardless of skin color or style. The brand launched in 2017 in partnership with Kendo Beauty division from luxury group LVMH. This “handshake” allows Rihanna to leverage her marketing and product development savvy into the beauty industry. Rihanna’s love for makeup began when she was a child. Photo: V Magazine. One of the benefits of this combination is access to all sales data from Sephora as well as other LVMH beauty brands. The partnership with LVMH gives Fenty Beauty the infrastructure needed to launch the brand globally. After years of playing among the best makeup products in the industry, Rihanna has seen a “void” for products that are suitable for all women of all skin tones. That is the inspiration behind Fenty Beauty. “I always love looking at my mother and all her funny expressions in front of the mirror. The first time I put on makeup was when I was 16 for a school beauty contest. Since then, I can never look back at my skin without foundation, “the businesswoman shared Time. Rihanna’s beauty brand was named one of the magazine’s best inventions of 2017 Time . By 2019, Fenty Beauty launches products with 50 shades. This helps her brand stand out from its competitors. Rihanna’s beauty brand is widely supported. Photo: Getty. Fenty Beauty has produced products of higher quality than its competitors. In 2014, Rihanna registered a trademark for Fenty Beauty. She spent more than 2 years creating the right recipes before the product dropped in price. Entrepreneurs born in 1988 never want the brand to become a project in a hurry. One girl even cried while hitting Rihanna’s foundation because it matched her skin color. The first release products are considered by many to be reasonably priced and accessible to a wide range of customers. After a month of launch, Fenty Beauty has reached a turnover of 72 million USD. Get rich with lingerie brands Following the success of the beauty brand, Rihanna continues to launch lingerie brand Savage x Fenty (established in 2018) in partnership with TechStyle. Savage x Fenty has 90 underwear, pajamas and accessories models in many colors and sizes. Within a month, 90 product styles of the brand were sold out. Since she couldn’t find the right nude lingerie to wear in her see-through dress back in 2014, Rihanna wanted to supply products for all skin tones. This product line carries a positive message about the body. Savage x Fenty is not meant to please men. The brand emphasizes “fearlessness, confidence and inclusion”. Its presence serves as a wake-up call for lingerie retailers around the world. Most companies are constantly striving to create the personality of their buyers, targeting focused to help them segment the market. Song Rihanna ignored that trend. This is the key to her success. Rihanna continues to use the same strategy as Fenty Beauty for the lingerie brand. Photo: The Impression. Fenty Senior Vice President Jennifer Rosales – explains Savage x Fenty for everyone. “Everything she does makes people feel beautiful. They feel empowered, empowered, to be the best version,” Jennifer Rosales said. During the 2019 fashion show, the brand introduced many models, including transsexuals, with disabilities, with different body sizes. According to Jennifer Rosales, Rihanna goes against what is considered the norm. “Technically, Savage x Fenty 2019 is a fashion show. But Rihanna is not remake of the things that existed on the catwalk. She has raised the show concept. If the world turns right, we will. go in the opposite direction, “said senior vice president. Not stopping at female audiences, Rihanna also targets male customers. The businesswoman once again broke the barrier on the show Savage x Fenty Vol.2. An oversized male model performs at her first men’s underwear collection. The brand’s website also features many oversized male models. This decision attracts interest from the online community, encouraging men with large bodies to feel sexy. Rihana’s lingerie show includes an oversized model, older … Photo: Getty, Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue. Besides, actress Demi Moore, Luenell also participated in the show. Rihanna ensures that all sex, body size, and age have the ability to shine. According to the Inc It is the attention to the smallest details that makes a big difference in the minds of customers. “Everything is thought through in detail,” said the voice We Found Love share in documentaries. In mid-February, Forbes said Rihanna’s lingerie brand reached a valuation of $ 1 billion through a fundraising round. Before this round of fundraising, her estimated stake in the company was about $ 80 million. Last year, Rihanna’s lingerie brand saw over 200% revenue growth and increased the number of VIP members by more than 150%. While with Fenty Beauty, Forbes Rihanna’s stake is estimated to be worth $ 375 million. Rihanna has made history as the first woman to create an original brand at LVMH.