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The advent of the "no smear" lipstick would prove to be a success for Bishop, as her debut line would not only sell out on the first day, but end up taking over 25% of the American lipstick market. In four years, sales soared to $10 million. [11] Bishop lost control of the company in 1954 in a proxy fight with majority stockholders, led by ...
Lipstick has been prominent in several women's fashion trends, often associated with women's sexuality. The color of lipstick has aesthetic and cultural significance as different colors carry different connotations. Red lipstick has historically been associated with sensuality or women's independence while black lipstick is worn by both men and ...
In the 1970s, at least five companies started producing make-up for African American women. Before the 1970s, makeup shades for Black women were limited. Face makeup and lipstick did not work for dark skin types because they were created for pale skin tones. These cosmetics that were created for pale skin tones only made dark skin appear grey ...
The name Hudnut derives from Hodnet, Shropshire. [3] After graduating from Princeton University, Richard Hudnut toured France and returned with the idea of introducing French-style perfumes and cosmetics to American women. In 1880 he registered his name as a trademark in both France and the United States. [2] Beauty Book by Richard Hudnut
The length of the hair, in particular, was a display of a woman's health and was well taken care of. Both men and women used products to promote hair growth. Since the use of cosmetics on societal women was limited, hair was kept well groomed. Victorian women would braid their hair, use hair wigs, and apply heat to make tight curls.
Lipstick became widely popular after Maurice Levy's 1915 invention of the metal lipstick container. [3] It was available in salve, liquid, and stick forms, [3] and long-lasting, indelible stains were the most popular. [3] Women chose their lipstick based on their skin complexion for a more natural look.
TIL Paul Bettany was in blue makeup for many scenes in WandaVision because red makeup appeared too dark in black and white. #95 TIL Jimmy Carter was the first president to be born in a hospital.
Helena Rubinstein (born Chaja Rubinstein; December 25, 1872 – April 1, 1965) [2] was a Polish and American businesswoman, art collector, and philanthropist. A cosmetics entrepreneur, she was the founder and eponym of Helena Rubinstein Incorporated cosmetics company, which made her one of the world's richest women.