Himba The Himba people are an ethnic group that inhabits the dry region of northern Namibia. The women of the Himba are known for applying a reddish-orange tint to their skin, which is a mark of beauty and prestige, by mixing red clay and oil. Post navigation Unusual Commutes: Offbeat Characters in the Subway When Kids Take the Scissors: A Comedy of Hair Horrors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25