num_pages: 224
description: The definition of a beautiful face has never been constant. See how political and social climates have molded accepted beauty rituals and the evolution of cosmetics from ancient times through today. This colorful reference book chronicles historic trends for the eyes lips and face and offers in-depth aesthetic reviews of each decade from the 1920s to today. Follow the rich history of facial trends through fascinating and bizarre vintage ads; detailed makeup application guides; and profiles of famous makeup innovators connoisseurs and iconic faces. Over 430 images timelines and detailed vintage color palettes show the changing definitions of beauty and document makeup innovations (the first mascara lipstick eye shadow etc.) that have evolved throughout the history of cosmetics. This is an ideal reference for the professional makeup artist cosmetologist educator student and general makeup enthusiasts.
language: English
title: Classic Beauty: The History of Makeup
publisher: Schiffer