Throughout time the world’s perception of makeup has always been seen as a way for women to enhance their facial features, a way to feel more accepted into society, and as a way to gain the attention of another individual. Society has set specific standards that women and only women can wear makeup. Although in theater productions it was socially acceptable for men to paint their faces, it was not encouraged that men use their cosmetic abilities outside of performances. Many cultures have drilled the idea into their son’s heads that they cannot wear or play with makeup because they would lose their masculinity. Applying makeup was never seen as a way of self expression, but that a woman's natural beauty wasn’t good enough and that her …show more content…
It was not only till the Nineteenth century where makeup became gender inclusive to society and became a women dominated industry. As the years progressed society was conditioned to think that makeup was made for women. Outside ancient Egypt women had done above and beyond to enhance their beauty to become better suited for a mate or to be considered beautiful. Before makeup was even introduced to world, women went to the extremes of using burnt matches to darken their eyes, using berries to stain there cheeks and lips, and even swallow oxblood to improve overall complexion. And if it wasn’t for the help of social media, men would still be struggling to this day to get the cosmetic recognition that they deserve. Gender roles has always created social boundaries for not only men but for women as well.Women have also dealt with the hardship of trying to be accepted in a society. Since the nineteenth th century restraints of not being able to vote, or work has carried on to the Twentieth century. Women are taken seriously when it comes to sports or having physical strength. Till this day women are making less on their paychecks compared to men. Both genders have their disadvantages and both deal with trying to break the labels that have been created. A new societal culture is happening and regardless of gender the traditional constraints that have been created it is becoming less significant in not only the
Have you ever thought about who created makeup? Or how it was created? When, where and how? Why was it created? How has it changed over time? Has it affected anyone? Well I’m going to tell you some of it. Make up wasn’t just created by powder or anything small and simple like that, no. Makeup actually has a lot of its own differences. In 180 BCE was when makeup had first had started but it wasn’t commonly used as much as then. People would limit the use of makeup because it was so expensive and hard to get and or find. The women who actually had it or used it were the prostitutes and the wealthier women. The “Cheap Knockoff’s” were the ones who were sold to the poorer women. The people didn’t really care if the slaves used makeup but
Did you know that makeup has been around for 12,000 years. The ancient Egyptians were the ones that invented the beautiful work of art …. Makeup. Studies show that about 44% of women are “ dependent on makeup”. What’s the purpose of makeup? Why do so many people wear it? How do you even put it on? For beginners, It’s good to know the purpose of wearing makeup, the different types of makeup, and the proper application to create a fresh- faced work of art.
This article is about, James Charles, Covergirl’s first CoverBoy who’s pushing the gender boundaries in the makeup industry. This article explains the journey Charles took to get where he is today by providing his input about makeup and how he feels about it. The author also give the audience a boys perspective of makeup and being in the makeup industry by interviewing him. This article supports my idea by including the topic of males in the makeup industry due to society change in gender boundaries. Therefore, this article provides a different perspective of makeup that allows me to understand why males wear makeup, why and how they feel about it
Makeup has been a part of American society for hundreds of years, yet its popularity has increased notably over the last two centuries. The makeup industry today is worth billions of dollars; therefore, it stands as a widely recognized and successful business. Its prevalence has led to the development of all kinds of products which target to a wide audience. Cosmetics are so popular that most Americans encounter them in one form or another every day. On a daily basis, people will interact with someone who wears makeup, see ads related to makeup products, encounter these products while shopping, or wear makeup themselves. As a result, makeup may seem ordinary and unimportant; however, close evaluation of its presence in the lives of Americans
There are debates about whether or not beauty products are detrimental or beneficial to an individual's health. As a person that actually uses makeup I believe that too much of anything is harmful for you if it's misused, or not used within moderation. Presently as a cosmetology student the misuse of makeup can clog pores as well as produce acne. Also I am aware that certain brands of makeup create their makeup using led, which is supposed to improve the longevity of the makeup. Basically, the more led makeup contains, the longer it stays on. The constant action of led entering your bloodstream can produce life threatening results. Along with led some makeup producers create their makeup with substances such as carcinogens(substances that cause
Second, there was a clear stereotype covered with a standard convention that demands women to wear makeup. There are many women out there who wear makeups any place or time they may find convenient because it make them feeling
The makeup industry is constantly changing as there are new trends that come about each year. Make up isn’t only used on women; it is also used on men for many purposes. Make up can be used to do special effects, cover blemishes, to structure faces, compliment eyebrows, and in many other creative ways. The trend of makeup came about c.3100-2907 BC, Egypt is known to be the most known place to start using it. The use of makeup has changed drastically over time, in some people’s eyes the makeup industry has improved and evolved. Some may think that the makeup industry has changed in a hideous way. Cosmetics is a woman’s “best friend” in some cases, because who else can cover those hideous pimples that pop on many women’s face! The use of makeup may have been big in other cultures also, but Egypt is most known. As the world changes day by day, the way makeup is used is also changed. Make up can be a hobby for many now, but while used in Egypt it wasn’t a hobby. Making a living off of being a certified makeup artist is also very common. Vanity is very old, and the ancient Egyptians were no exception. “Both men and women were known to wear copious amounts of makeup, which they believed gave them the protection of the gods Horus and Ra. These cosmetics were made by grinding ores like malachite and galena into a substance called kohl” (History). The Egyptians believed their makeup had magical healing powers. Egyptian omen also stained their cheeks with red paint, and use henna to color their hands and fingernails. The most important tool in
With a million different shades, a bountiful of techniques, and the hidden technicalities, makeup will always be a struggle. The face serves as a canvas, and like all kinds of artwork, it has its own share of mistakes that you cannot help but make. Makeup is not expected to be perfect on the first try, so it is okay. Below you will read some of the most commonly made makeup mistakes and mishaps.
Makeup can also be clearly identified with the theoretical concept of social constructionism. According to Women’s Lives, multicultural perspective, social constructionism can be defined as the “normalcy” of heterosexuality is systematically transmitted, and appropriate attitudes and behaviors are learned through childhood socialization, life experiences, and reinforced through institutional norms, policies, and law. Although the use of makeup is not currently brought up through law, women first started wearing makeup because it started to become a social norm. Now young women today have learned to use makeup through their mothers and maybe even their sisters. Its crazy how fast the transition of never wearing makeup, to being seen as an angel, to finally caking it on your face because we believe it will attract the opposite sex. You see women today and you are unsure if they are plastic or
Writing about this topic is significant to me because I am intrigued and interested in the use of cosmetics by women throughout the years. My background on this issue will also be of relevance because my gender has imposed expectations to look presentable on a daily basis and this expectation has marked me
“Makeup has been used to enhance the beauty of both men and women for over thousand years. It its through teaching others how to apply makeup, we can strive to help others feel comfortable and confident in their own skin. Wearing makeup help embrace our natural features and may also help express the ideas in a creative way like art.”
Cosmetics are not a modern invention. Humans have used substances to alter their appearance and accentuate their features for thousands of years. Recently, mineral makeup has been getting more attention in the makeup industry and many companies are joining the trend. There are claims that there are huge benefits to using mineral makeup, such as being safe for acne prone skin, being so soft that it can be slept in and even that it can improve skin. It’s difficult to know whether it’s worth investing in mineral makeup over traditional makeup. This will be addressed in this report.
Women have been wearing makeup for years. Throughout the years, I transform myself into celebrities I look up too. To transform into a character, I need the proper makeup tools to help me look like Angelina Jolie. The tools I need are makeup brushes: contour brush, eyeshadow brush, angled eyeliner brush. Transforming my face into a well-known celebrity challenges my skills.
Picture yourself with a face full of acne. Acne is that monster to all teenage girls because it always pops up at unexpected times. Most girls with acne gets it from leaving makeup on overnight. In 2011 A Beautiful Yourself says, “It is important that you remove your makeup at the end of the day, this is necessary so that your skin will be able to breathe and regenerate itself during the whole night while you sleep.” Doing so can cause a lot of problems to the skin and the face. In 2011 A Beautiful Yourself says, “When makeup becomes impacted into your facial pores, it makes them look larger and more noticeable.” Sometimes it makes your look older as well and I highly recommend that you remove makeup before you go to bed. Now, I know that makeup has some of the cutest new trends that you just have to try. If you are one of those females who like to leave their makeup on overnight because you want to just wear it again tomorrow but you know you not going to want to redo it in the morning well this is for you too. There are causes from leaving makeup on overnight like uneven skin tone, redness, and dryness in the face. Sleeping in foundation can lead to acne and clogging of the pores. Leaving eye makeup on can clog hair follicles and oil glands with bacteria causing inflammation or a sty. There are more important reasons why you shouldn’t leave your makeup on overnight. For example, constantly wearing left-over makeup can cause you to look older than the age in which prevail.
Often times, women are pressured by the mainstream media to upkeep a stellar appearance. They are expected to measure up to high standards without question. Even before most girls reach puberty, commercials are bombarding them with small Barbie esque makeup kits filled with lip glosses and chalky eyeshadows. The impact it has on impressionable children, both girls and boys is something that will likely last a lifetime if unlearned. Cosmetic companies who are marketing to young ladies say they can simply improve their looks to gain acceptance from their peers if they use the products they are selling. The makeup industry is a multi million enterprise that makes a profit from women’s insecurities and amplified pressures from society as a common tactic many cosmetic campaigns use is to push women to embrace the ‘natural look’ by providing products that will make it appear as if the individual is not even wearing makeup. Companies will spout out that with these products, the end result will be ‘you, but better.’ It is somewhat of an underlying and slightly manipulating slogan, as if to say how a woman appears could be improved because it is lacking in the moment. This distorts how we all believe how a woman is suppose to look.