Classic Beauty: The History of Makeup
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.22 (925 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0764336908 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-03-13 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Her photography has been published in Bon Appétit, L.A.Times, and Shape. . About the Author Gabriela Hernandez, founder and CEO of Bésame Cosmetics, is an accomplished artist, photographer, and cosmetics historian. Gabriela lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two children
Her photography has been published in Bon Appétit, L.A.Times, and Shape. . Gabriela Hernandez, founder and CEO of Bésame Cosmetics, is an accomplished artist, photographer, and cosmetics historian. Gabriela lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two children
This is an ideal reference for the professional makeup artist, cosmetologist, educator, student, and general makeup enthusiasts.. Follow the rich history of facial trends through fascinating and bizarre vintage ads; detailed makeup application guides; and profiles of famous makeup innovators, connoisseurs, and iconic faces. Over 430 images, timelines, and detailed vintage color palettes show the changing definitions of beauty and document makeup innovations (the first mascara, lipstick, eye shadow, etc.) that have evolved throughout the history of cosmetics. The definition of a beautiful face has never been constant. See how political and social climates have molded accepted beauty rituals and the evolution of
Great reference book! As a professional makeup artist, not only is this book educational, but I use it constantly as a reference when working on period films. Tons of great original makeup advertisements and historical photos.. "Beauty is in the eye!" according to Ruthann Jagge. I have been involved with cosmetics and the business of beauty for many years and feel that Gabriela Hernandez has created not only a visually stunning and sensory book full of gorgeous photos but has actually defined the "art" of makeup and the use of cosmetics since inception! This book is an extrordinay value for the price and. SpiritDancing said Not Scholarly. I LOVE Besame Cosmetics and what Ms. Hernandez has done to bring back the glamour of make-up!!!I will admit that I was hoping for a slightly more scholarly approach to the history of make-up (She puts Queen Elizabeth I in the mid 1600's. HM died in 160Not Scholarly I LOVE Besame Cosmetics and what Ms. Hernandez has done to bring back the glamour of make-up!!!I will admit that I was hoping for a slightly more scholarly approach to the history of make-up (She puts Queen Elizabeth I in the mid 1600's. HM died in 1603.), considering I am into re-enactments and would love to be as accurate as po. .), considering I am into re-enactments and would love to be as accurate as po