Wodaabe (people of the taboo) male in Yaake - charm competition - National Geographic October 1983

pale yellow powder is liberally to the face to lighten skin tone; borders of black kohl are applied to highlight the whiteness of teeth and eyes, a painted running from forehead to chin elongates the nose, a shaved hairline heightens the forehead - these are among the physical features the Wodaabe most admire.

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