Dark skin is a type of human skin color that are rich in melanin pigments, especially eumelanin. People with very dark skin are often referred to as "black people’’ although this usage can be ambiguous in some countries where it is also used to specifically refer to different ethnic groups or populations. The preference or disfavour for darker skin has varied depending on geographical area and time. Today, darker skin is viewed as fashionable and as sign of well-being in some societies. This resulted in the development of tanning industry in several countries. However, in some countries, dark skin is not seen as highly desirable or indicative of higher class, especially among women. Dark skin is beautiful!