HISTORY OF MAKEUP JACQUELINE DUSKIEWICZ

OVERVIEW -What makeup was used for -who used it -how its used now

HISTORY OF MAKEUP

Ancient Egyptians used copper and lead to create the world's first cosmetics. Over the centuries, women used burnt matches to darken their eyes, berries to stain their lips and young boys' urine to fade their freckles. They even swallowed ox blood in some misguided attempt to improve their complexions. As said by Michael Wheatley

MAKEUP THEN Women throughout history put their health at risk with many of their homemade cosmetics. In some cultures, for example, women used arsenic, lead, mercury, and even leeches to give themselves the pale appearance deemed beautiful in the old days. Thankfully, we've come a long way from the days of using toxic and deadly mixtures to enhance our looks.

MAKEUP NOW Today's multibillion dollar cosmetic industry must meet strict government regulations about what it can and cannot include in products and must follow safe manufacturing guidelines. Today, the most serious injury you're likely to receive from your cosmetics is an irritation or a rash from using a product that's too harsh for your skin.

Makeup is not just used for beauty purposes. Manufacturers now offer specifically designed men’s cosmetics marketed to them. Men’s cosmetics are comprised of skin care, shaving, and general grooming products MAKEUP FOR MEN

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