Ancient Egypt remains one of history’s most sophisticated beauty cultures. Cosmetics were not simply decorative — they carried spiritual meaning, medicinal value, and social status. Yet even with their advanced knowledge, some practices came with risks. Egyptians famously used kohl eyeliner, a blend of soot, galena and other minerals. While kohl protected the eyes fromContinue reading “Ancient Egypt: Beauty Rituals & Cosmetic Risks”
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Ancient Greek Cosmetics
Cosmetics in Ancient Greece were more than surface enhancement — they were a reflection of status, philosophy and early cosmetic chemistry. Greek women approached beauty with intention, using pigments, pastes, oils, and botanicals to express purity, refinement and cultural ideals. The Ideal Greek Complexion Greek beauty centred on pale, luminous skin, symbolizing wealth and anContinue reading “Ancient Greek Cosmetics”
Egypt: The Birthplace of Cosmetic Science
Ancient Egypt is widely regarded as the birthplace of cosmetic science — a civilization where beauty, medicine, ritual and chemistry merged into one sophisticated system. Their approach to skincare wasn’t decorative; it was functional, intentional and surprisingly advanced. Every ingredient served a purpose, every formula had a method, and every ritual reflected a deeper understandingContinue reading “Egypt: The Birthplace of Cosmetic Science”
Best-Selling and Fave: Besame Aero Slim Refillable Cake Mascara with Refill
Cake mascara! The very first modern mascara to ever hit the market. A mascara that was invented or as some may say, innovate was Maybelline in 1917, just two years shy after developing their company in 1915, in Chicago, before transferring their company to New York. Maybelline is known for their mascaras, still to thisContinue reading “Best-Selling and Fave: Besame Aero Slim Refillable Cake Mascara with Refill”
Get the Autumn Makeup Look 2026
Autumn is just around the corner which means it will be time to switch up our makeup from Summer to Autumn. Why? To say it simply, the skin goes through changes, whether it’s seasonal changes or how about the skin changes every seven years or so depending on the exposure of the skin. Therefore theContinue reading “Get the Autumn Makeup Look 2026”
What’s New: Dior Rouge Dior On Stage
Matte lipsticks that provide an endless supply of hydration is hard to find, haven’t you realized this? It is a challenge, may be not as much now as it once was. Matte lipsticks have come a long way from what they used to be. On set as a certified professional makeup artist I would haveContinue reading “What’s New: Dior Rouge Dior On Stage”
