Here are a few "Fun Facts" on makeup & cosmetics
* The world’s first EVER cosmetics were created from copper and lead ore by ancient Egyptians.
* Chinese created nail lacquer from egg whites, beeswax, gum and coloured powder.
* Ground fish scales has been used for years in the western societies to add shimmer to lipsticks and eye shadows.
* Coco Chanel made tanning fashionable after she tanned herself on a cruise.
* MAC stands for Make-up Art Cosmetics
* A popular therapy called ‘urine therapy’ is used by many celebrities and personalities to stay healthy and beautiful.
* The Swiss food company Nestle owns 1/4 of the world’s largest cosmetic company – L’Oreal.
* The word cosmetics comes from the Greek word kosmos, which means “of this world, worldly.
