Ben‑Hur – Face by Stace

Max Factor and Ben‑Hur

Makeup artist applies makeup to actor in Ben-Hur costume; BEN-HUR and SPQR signs visible

Released in 1959, Ben‑Hur became one of Hollywood’s most celebrated epic films, renowned for its grand scale, elaborate costumes, and unforgettable chariot race. Starring Charlton Heston as Judah Ben‑Hur, the film required extraordinary attention to detail, including makeup capable of withstanding close‑ups, harsh lighting, and Technicolor photography. During this era, the influence of the MaxContinue reading “Max Factor and Ben‑Hur”