allure.com

When it comes to her nearly onyx complexion, Senegalese model Khoudia Diop has heard it all. After relocating to Paris at age 15, not only did Diop find herself in a foreign country but in a region where those around her had seldom seen someone with a skin tone as deep as hers. She’s also gained nearly 350,000 followers on her Instagram page, (@melaniin.goddess), where she shares campaign images and selfies that showcase a natural glow only Snapchat filters can create for most. Read more at allure.com

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