The beauty YouTube industry is a packed one.

With Instagram and TikTok now thrown into the mix, the beauty influencer business is booming.

Launching her channel over a decade ago,Jackie Ainawas one of the trailblazers.

Jackie Aina at met gala

However, Aina also represented standing for what’s right and seriously lacking in the beauty industry: representation.

Aina knows the power she holds as a successful Black woman in this industry.

News, Aina explained Black women’s representation in the beauty industry.

Jackie Aina speaking at Essence event