Product DescriptionFrom the dawn of time women have removed their body hair covered up their natural odours and plastered their skin with everything from white lead to soot in order to make themselves feel more beautiful. Style expert Madelaine Marsh explores the history of make-up and researches the origins of our everyday cosmetic rituals. She goes back to Ancient Egypt to reveal the literal foundationof make-up and takes us up to the modern day world of Botox and bling. She chronicles the rise of the modern cosmetics industry and tells the story of some of the great pioneers who helped transform make-up from a guilty secret into an everyday handbag essential. Vintage beauty items are now increasingly sought after and this book also provides a collectors guide to powder compacts and cosmetic accessories - revealing the collectable make-up that you shouldnt throw away even if its past its sell-by date!About the AuthorMadeleine Marsh is renowned for her quirky style as well as expertise which has seen her star in several TV series including 20th Century Roadshow and write several best-selling books for Miller s. Madeleine is passionate about vintage clothes and accessories not just for collecting but wearing and using. This is the first in her series on Women with Style. The next book in the series will be Women s Hats.