A delightfully illustrated history of makeup and the beauty business. Cosmetics go all the way back to ancient times. In this book, an expert in vintage accesso

The source of tremendous power and the focus of incredible devotion, throughout history notions of beauty have been integral to social life and culture. Each ag

Over 500 color photographs illustrate this in-depth historical look at compacts and beauty accessories. It explores the artistic contributions of manufacturers

Cosmetics have been used to increase attraction since ancient times whilst compacts have been a symbol of love for generations but especially since the 1920s. M

The definition of a beautiful face has never been constant. See howpolitical and social climates have molded accepted beauty rituals andthe evolution of cosmeti