Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray shared photos of her in “Tanyak Tanyak” a makeup style from the Yakan Tribe used by tribe couples who will wed. Gray shared that rice flour, water and bamboo tools were used in applying the symbolic pattern in her face.

The pattern symbolizes that the moon and stars are witnesses to the love union of the wedded couple.

According to Gray, “Kaya I’m so honored to be able to experience the art of Tanyak Tanyak firsthand with the blessing of the Yakan Tribe Leader.”

“Alam ninyo ba na ang Yakan tribe ay may sariling makeup? Tinawag itong “Tanyak Tanyak” and it’s reserved only for Yakan Couples na ikakasal. Kaya I’m so honored to be able to experience the art of Tanyak Tanyak firsthand with the blessing of the Yakan Tribe Leader, done by the Yakan tribe themselves. ‘Yong mga patterns, created with rice flour, water and bamboo tools represent the moon 🌙 and stars ⭐. It represents the moon and stars being witness to your love. 🥺 Sobrang ganda ng kultura natin, noh?”

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