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Kyoto geisha Toshimana holding a Nōh mask, wearing full make-up and a katsura (wig). Oshiroi ( 白粉 ) is a powder foundation traditionally used by kabuki actors, geisha and their apprentices . The word is written with kanji meaning "white powder", and is pronounced as the word for white ( shiroi ) with the honorific prefix o- .
Queen Victoria abhorred make-up and deemed that it was only appropriate for prostitutes and loose women to wear it. It was only acceptable for actors or actresses to wear make-up. In the late 19th century, women would apply a whitening mixture made out of zinc oxide, mercury, lead, nitrate of silver, and acids.
In 2019, Virgin Atlantic airlines announced that they would no longer have a policy requiring women workers to wear makeup. [5] In 2022, British Airways changed their uniform policy to be gender neutral. Makeup is now optional for women workers and male workers are now allowed to wear makeup and nail polish. [6]
With the help of other ELLE editors, dermatologists, and celebrity makeup artist Tobi Henney, I’ve created this master list of the 13 best makeup products for sensitive skin. Swipe All-Over ...
Alicia Keys is opening up about what true beauty means to her. In an interview with The Cut published on Monday, November 27, Keys, 42, reflected on how growing up in the music industry has ...
“That is the beauty of being black,” another explained. “Lighting can completely change the appearance of your skin tone.” Woman in lace outfit with lighter skin tone at an event, sparking ...
Make-up artist at work before a Gotipua Odissi dance performance Kajal is an integral part of classical dances in India such as Bharatanatyam and Odissi . The dancers apply kajal broadly around their eyes to give them an elongated look, so as to draw attention to their eye gestures and movements.
Castor oil and its derivatives are found in many cosmetics as it is "non-comedogenic" (does not exacerbate or contribute to acne). [3]Cerebrosides (cells from the nervous systems of cattle or swine) were once used in some high-end skin-care products to increase moisture retention and to create a smooth skin surface, [4] however the BSE controversy has put an end to this practice.