Lavishly illustrated history of vintage makeup guides, tutorials and tips for women
A woman in the late 90s is leaning over a magnifying mirror and pulling her brow hairs one at a time until she is left with a narrow line of eyebrows. In 2020s, a woman is lying in the studio chair, spending hundreds of dollars on microblading to restore what the previous trends have destroyed. …
There was something magical about the silver screen smile. The way old Hollywood stars wore their lipstick. Clara Bow’s dramatic Cupid’s bow in the ’20s, those lush, fuller lips of the ’40s, every look was perfectly crafted. But here’s what they don’t show you in those glamorous photos: those vintage lipsticks were brutal on your …
Hello there lovelies, I’m delighted you dropped by my little corner of the internet. If you, like me, find yourself endlessly charmed by the elegance of vintage Korean beauty but still obsess over the Korean cosmetics of today, then pull up a velvet stool. We’re about to take a whirlwind, century-long trip through K-Beauty history, …
Much of the skincare we take for granted today would have been considered a miracle back in the 70s and 80s! So what were their skincare secrets? Skincare science in 2025 is incredible. At the click of a mouse, we have access to medical-grade skincare and a variety of products that can balance every issue …
When it comes to the history of lipstick, if you think our little lip beauty pal is a relatively modern invention, you’re in for a surprise. The earliest evidence of lipstick goes back as far as 5,000 years ago. Yes, our Sumerians and Indus Valley ancestors are thought to be the first to wear lipstick! …
Travel back to the roaring 20s with this 1920s flapper makeup. Draw the perfect perfect cupids bow lips and downturned eyes for your next Great Gatsby party. The vampy makeup look of the iconic flapper was inspired by the great silent films icons of the 1920s. From Theda Bara to Greta Garbo, the classic sad …
Choosing the right facial moisturizers for delicate skin is always a challenge. Let Glamourdaze guide you to your choice, with a little helping of some old fashioned beauty secrets If you have sensitive skin, you’ll already know it requires meticulous care. Let’s take a short journey back in time to learn beauty practices from the …
An easy roaring 1920s makeup look for flappers to try. The cupid’s bow lips, thin, straight or arched brows and rouged cheeks. Tutorial by Irina @RetroFrog on YouTube. How to Create the Perfect Roaring 20s Flapper Face Cosmetics used for this 1920s makeup tutorial Early 1920s Silent Film Vamp Makeup Look Theda Bara, who first …
Learning how to apply lipstick in 1960 usually involved some serious artwork as seen in this vintage tutorial How to Have Beautiful Lips in 1960 Makeup Tutorial Film Lipstick Colors In the late 1950s and early 1960s, lipstick colors were diverse, ranging from soft, understated shades to vivid, striking hues. Popular colors included: Application and …
Vintage makeup products offer a unique niche in the vast realm of the beauty industry. It is full of possibilities. Venturing into a vintage makeup business not only appeals to makeup enthusiasts but also to those fascinated by the glamour of the past. This blog post will guide you through starting your own vintage makeup …