Interesting Facts About Cosmetics

• Before blush was invented women used to pinch their cheeks to achieve rosy cheeks.
• Egyptians used henna to stain their nails before nail polish was invented.
• Chinese invented nail polish by mixing egg whites,beeswax, colored powder and gum.
• Coal Tar was used for several years as eyeliner, mascara and eyebrow pencil. Unfortunately it had bad odour and caused blindness.
• Ground fish scales are being used in cosmetics to add shimmers and shine to the skin. 
• During Renaissance European women used powered White Lead in order to achieve light complexion. 
• Pale was desirable during 3000 B.C. People had to bleed themselves by using leeches or cutting into a vein to look pale.
• Roll on deodorant was inspired by ballpoint pen.
• In Egypt, Cochineal Beetles were used extensively for coloring lips and nails.
• Coco Chanel introduced  tanning oils. She was a fashion designer.
• In 15th century, women preferred not to have any hair on their face. The famous Mona Lisa does not have eyebrows because of this fashion style.

Source: Internet