Sun, Apr 30, 2023
To understand the definition of fabulous, one must know about the history of one overused and undervalued tool, cosmetics. This episode looks at the early days of cosmetics, from social delineation in Egypt to controversies in the church. Cosmetics experts take a deep dive into the story of how cosmetics came to be. They talk about the original ingredients for cosmetics, and how everyone from the British to the Vikings had a hand in the development of cosmetics.
Sun, Apr 30, 2023
Makeup and commerce, a toxic but profitable relationship. This is a detailed look at the tenuous relationship between makeup and business, the first countries to go commercial, and the relationship between makeup and advertising. Makeup artists talk about how, in the early days, this particular product seemed to go from highly desired to highly reviled. There is also a look at the underground nature of makeup sales and the feud between the church and those that dared to wear this "fraudulent" mask.
Sun, Apr 30, 2023
Makeup has the power to create high drama. We will be spilling the tea on secret wars and the battle for brand supremacy behind the scenes of the makeup industry. One particular war was so intense, it would eventually make it to Broadway. Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein would wage a war for the ages. From poaching each other's employees, to figuring out the trick for waterproof mascara, those two would fight till the bitter end.
Sun, Apr 30, 2023
A look at the long and harmonious relationship between makeup and the stage. From the days of Shakespeare at the Globe theater to the glitzy period known as glam rock, this relationship has it all. The MUAs look at a relationship that would shape the worlds of makeup, performance, music and even film From Bowie to Grace Jones and more, a little rouge went a long way.
Sun, Apr 30, 2023
If history has taught us anything, it's the fact that makeup loves the cameras, and the cameras love good makeup. While the first films in the history of the entertainment industry weren't an indication of the significance of makeup, they did point to the fact that makeup was necessary. From the grease paint used by the silent greats to the unique work of Lon Chaney, the progression of makeup in film led to the creation of incredible characters.
Sun, Apr 30, 2023
The whole package isn't just one nice lipstick and a little powder. If there's a relationship that transcends all boundaries it's the relationship between makeup and style. While makeup is a major part of what we see, style rounds out what we get. This is a deep dive into style and the role it, along with cosmetics, plays in creating the looks we love and admire.
Sun, Apr 30, 2023
Makeup has found a new audience through social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Some see it as controversial, and some see it as a breath of fresh air. This is a look at the phenomenon of social media and makeup together. This relationship has led to the birth of a new perspective on makeup. The MUAs also discuss what they want to see in the world of makeup moving forward.