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SEARCHBilly Porter introduces Black Mona Lisa Beauty, a new line of makeup and skincare designed for all identities and skin tones. Rooted in self-expression and inclusivity, the brand blends performance with personality.
Billy Porter is an acclaimed American actor and singer who rose to fame on Broadway—most notably winning a Tony for playing Lola in Kinky Boots.
Black Mona Lisa
Grammy, Emmy and three-time Tony Award winning trailblazer Billy Porterannounced the launch of his beauty brand, Black Mona Lisa Beauty—a vibrant, high-performance makeup and skincare line created for all identities, skin tones, and styles.
Built on a foundation of inclusivity, creativity, and self-expression, Black Mona Lisa offers expressive eyeshadows, to bold lip shades, to luxury skincare — each product is a celebration of individuality.
Black Mona Lisa
Billy Porter stated, “Black Mona Lisa Beauty was created from my desire to give all people everything they need to feel beautiful. I have always loved makeup, and my vision is a beauty space where diversity isn't a feature, it's the foundation, regardless of skin tone, gender, or style. In a world where children have to grow up so fast, I think parents will feel comfortable with their younger children exploring with these products. This is only the beginning – my journey is unfolding and Black Mona Lisa Beauty will evolve alongside me.”
Black Mona Lisa
The press release announcing the launch shares: "Inspired by Billy Porter’s fearless spirit, Black Mona Lisa empowers everyone to break beauty norms and embrace their true selves. Our brand is inspired by the timeless allure of elegance fused with modern individuality. We create products for bold souls who aren't afraid to be seen, felt, and remembered. Whether you’re looking for a dramatic transformation or an everyday essential, we offer high-performance products that celebrate beauty in all its forms."
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