History of Cosmetics and Product Forms

• Shivangi Gupta, a consumer analyst at Global Data, posted a report entitled, “Increasing population and declining unemployment rates are driving the growth of the cosmetics and toiletries industry in the Philippines, as image-conscious consumers are increasingly opting for hair care and skincare products.”
• The cosmetics & toiletries industry in the Philippines is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9% from ₱180.1bn (US$3.4bn) in 2018 to ₱228.8bn (US$4.2bn) in 2023, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.
• Cosmetics can be defined as a substance or preparation intended for placement in contact with any external part of the human body (this includes the mouth and teeth). It is also used to cleanse, protect, and change the body’s appearance or alter its odors. 
• Cosmetics are not limited on make-up, it include creams, perfumes, talcum powder, shampoo, deodorants, and other toiletries.
• The definition, characteristics, and ingredients of cosmetics change over time. People use available natural ingredients that they can find in their environment, which they believe can enhance their physical appearances and help them improve their hygiene.
• Ancient Egyptians used scented oils and ointments to clean and soften their skin, mask body odor, and protect their skin against the hot Egyptian sun and dry winds.
• They used myrrh, thyme, marjoram, chamomile, lavender, lily, peppermint, rosemary, cedar, rose, aloe, olive oil, sesame oil, and almond oil as raw ingredients of most perfumes Egyptians used in religious rituals.
• Egyptian women applied galena mesdemet and kohl.
• Galena mesdemet was made from copper and lead ore and used to add color and definition.
• Kohl was used to adorn the eyes in an almond shape and was made from a combination of burnt almonds, oxidized copper, different colored copper ores, lead, ash, and ochre.
• In Ancient Egypt, it was considered normal, or even expected, for everyone to wear makeup and perfume.
• The history of nail polish begins in ancient China, in its earliest form it was worn by the rulers and those in high society as a symbol of their wealth and power.
• Early nail polish was a mixture of gelatin, beeswax, and egg. 
• In Zhou dynasty royals wore gold and silver; the Middle classes wore black or red; Lower classes were forbidden to wear bright colors on their nails. 
• Henna was used in India both as a hair dye and Mehndi.
• Mehndi, an art form in which intricate designs were painted on the hands and feet using a paste made from the henna plant, especially before a Hindu wedding.
• Henna is still also used in some North African cultures.
• In Elizabethan England, dyed red hair came into fashion.
• Society women wore egg whites over their faces to create the appearance of a paler complexion. Some people, however,  posed it as a health threat.
• Italy and France emerged as the main cosmetics manufacturing centers in Europe, and only the aristocracy had access.
• European women often attempted to lighten their skin using a variety of products, including white lead paint.
• Queen Elizabeth I of England was one well-known user of white lead paint, with which she created a look known as “the Mask of Youth.” 
• In Edwardian Society, pressure increased on middle-aged women to appear youthful while acting as hostesses. As a result, the use of cosmetics increased but was not yet wholly popularized.
• Beauty salons rose in popularity, though patronage of such salons was not widely accepted. Moreover, many women did not wish to publicly admit they could achieve their youthful appearances, so they often entered salons through the back door.