Here we have a collection of vintage makeup colour charts and brochure excerpts from the 1950s. They give us an insight into the popular colours provided by mainstream cosmetic brands. Application guides also tell us how makeup was put on and what the fashionable eye, cheek and lip shapes were.
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Makeup Colours of the 1950s
1950
1951
Pan-Cake from Max Factor was a very popular foundation. Here’s an application guide from the brand itself.
1954
Makeup application guidance – the 1950s way to wear it.
1956
1957
1958
1959
Find Out More:
- Women’s 1950s Makeup: An Overview – a look at vintage 1950s makeup.
- Hair & Beauty Adverts from the 1950s.
