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The goal was a non-drying, smudge-proof, long-lasting lipstick that would not smear on clothing or cups. [8] The resultant mixture, formed into a mold, was called "No-Smear Lipstick." In 1948, she and Alfred Berg founded Hazel Bishop Inc. to manufacture these "No-Smear Lipsticks."
A woman applying red lipstick Lips with dark crimson lipstick A tube of red lipstick Lipstick is a cosmetic product used to apply coloration and texture to lips , often made of wax and oil . Different pigments are used to produce color, and minerals such as silica may be used to provide texture.
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 ...
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re giving credit where credit is due, and highlighting 10 products made by women.
It is a popular fiction that she supplied the marchers with red lipstick as a sign of solidarity, [5] [6] but there is little contemporary evidence supporting this. [7] Women taking part in the 1912 march were advised to wear the same $7 straw hat, wear white, and to bring their children, to demonstrate their responsibility and simplicity.
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.
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.