1-5 Fun Facts About Makeup
1. The global beauty industry is a powerhouse, consisting of various sectors. Skin care takes the crown with a $24 billion market, followed by makeup at $18 billion, hair care at $38 billion, and perfume at $15 billion.
2. George Washington occasionally adorned lipstick, powdered wigs, and makeup.
3. Hollywood movies played a significant role in driving the modernization of makeup and cosmetics.
4. In the Middle Ages, the Catholic Church considered makeup to be sinful. By A.D. 1000, the use of makeup and body paint had declined in popularity across Christian countries.
5. A study conducted in 1991 revealed that female politicians who enlisted the assistance of Hollywood makeup artists had a 30% higher likelihood of winning elections.
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6. The budget allocated for the makeup of the film “Dallas Buyers Club” was $250, and the movie eventually won the Oscar for Best Makeup.
7. Cleopatra, the iconic queen of Egypt, had a flair for leaving a lasting impression. She would perfume her ships, allowing the Romans to catch a whiff of her arrival before she even set foot on land. Talk about making a grand entrance with a touch of aromatic allure!
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8. Squalene, a viscous oil extracted from the liver of sharks, is a commonly found ingredient in sunscreen, eye makeup, lipstick, and bath oils.
9. Danny DeVito initially pursued a career as a beautician and traveled to New York to study makeup. However, the person he wanted to learn from only accepted students from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Consequently, he enrolled for a semester at the academy, which led him to discover his passion for acting.
10. On average, an American woman will spend around $15,000 on cosmetics throughout her lifetime.
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11. Before her rise to fame, Keira Knightley had a fascinating role as Natalie Portman’s double in “The Phantom Menace.” The resemblance between the two was so uncanny that even their mothers had trouble telling them apart when they were in full makeup.
12. Vikings weren’t just known for their fierce battles; they also had a unique beauty ritual. They wore eye makeup as a symbol of ferocity and to intimidate their adversaries on the battlefield.
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13. It is estimated that approximately 66% of women in the United States apply makeup on a daily basis.
14. Scratching the eye with a mascara wand is the most commonly reported makeup-related injury.
15. In Morrisville, PA, a special permit is required for a woman to wear makeup, according to local regulations.
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