Stories from the history and science of cosmetics, skin-care and early Beauty Culture.
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Liquid Lipsticks and Sealers
In 1938, Princess Pat introduced a new liquid lip make-up called Liquid Liptone. It was advertised as a liquid lipstick even though the idea of a liquid lipSTICK does not really make sense.
Gala of London
Gala of London started out as a lipstick for the British version of Outdoor Girl, a cosmetic range established in America in 1928.
Glazo
Glazo started out as a liquid nail polish but evolved into a complete manicure range. Its creation is sometimes incorrectly credited to Edna Grace Albert who is better known for Odorono, an antiperspirant invented by her father.
Dubarry et Cie
Not to be confused with the Du Barry range from Richard Hudnut, this British company began operations in Hove, England in 1916.
Klytia
The Institut de Beauté Klytia was founded by Marie Valentin Le Brun at 26 Place Vendôme, Paris.
Klytia (1930-1945)
After Marie-Elise Valentin Le Brun died in 1930, her place was taken by her daughter, Henriette Valentin Font.
Klytia (post 1945)
As the decades progressed Klytia got deeper into trouble. Like other old established brands it had difficulty in attracting new, younger clients.
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Helena Rubinstein: Beauty for You (c.1946)
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