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1950’s Doe Eye Makeup Tutorial

Posted on October 5, 2018 by vmg | 0 Comments

Simple Tutorial for 1950’s Doe Eye Makeup The 1950s Doe-Eyed Look. A simple tutorial on how to achieve it. Here we look at some before and after examples demonstrated by Hollywood actresses. One of the key eye makeup looks of the 1950s Face 1950s Doe-Eyed Look in 4 Steps Diane Lynn minus eye makeup Draw line over lower lashes Upper…

1950’s Makeup Tips and Tricks

Posted on September 3, 2018 by vmgpost | 0 Comments

1950’s Makeup Tips If you’re seeking that refined vintage makeup look of Grace Kelly or Audrey Hepburn, then these vintage tutorials full of 1950s makeup tips should tick all the right boxes. Three beautifully restored and illustrated make-up and beauty manuals which will transport you back to the glamorous era of the 1950s. This Charming Woman Color Harmony Guide –…

Elizabeth Taylor Makeup Tips

Posted on January 31, 2018 by vmg | 0 Comments

Beauty Tips of a Hollywood Legend – Hollywood has long been filled with unique beauty icons, each with his/her own long-lasting legacy. Even today’s A-list celebrities still look upon the stars of the Golden Age for inspiration. For instance, Jennifer Lawrence’s sexy and seductive look might remind you of Mae West’s own sensual beauty back in the 1930s. Among the…

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Max Factor – The Art of 1950s Lipstick

Posted on November 14, 2017 by vmg | 0 Comments

1950’s Lip Makeup tricks- How to make up Thin Lips Make up the upper lip first, following the natural contour of the lip. Then, with lipstick, extend the upper lip line a trifle. Trace this lip contour on lower lip by compressing lips together. Fill in lower lip. If the lower lip is also thin, extend the lip line a…

1950s Star Hints on Eye Glamour

Posted on May 21, 2016 by vmg | 0 Comments

How Movie actresses make their eyes look big – The tool-kit comprises of eye liner, eraser,pencil,mascara, false lashes. Eraser make-up: Left:Even glamour girls sometimes have smudges under their pretty eyes, and when a movie starlet comes up against this grooming problem she remedies it with a tiny bit of erasing make-up. This will be a luminescent flesh tinted cream applied lightly with a…

1950s Tutorial – White Lipstick and How to Wear it

Posted on May 20, 2016 by vmg | 0 Comments

1959 was all about colour blending – Lots of girls like to use the new white lipstick, but only a few can apply it as prettily as the ladies does above. Now the so called Italian look may be for some, and certainly will make an impression at an event, but perhaps not right for everyday wear as the girl below demonstrates….

1950s Makeup – Winged Eyebrows and Cat eyes

Posted on March 9, 2016 by vmg | 0 Comments

Winged Eyebrow Look and Cat Eye Liner – 1950s Makeup Report – Just compare model Geraldine Branson wearing the old look to the left – shining red lipstick, light eye make-up; to the new Latin look of enhanced eyes but more natural lips. Winged eyebrows and cat eyes The focal point of the new latin Look this year are the winged…

The Italian White Lipstick Sensation 1959

Posted on March 18, 2015 by vmg | 0 Comments

Make-up goes all chalk white – Life Magazine report from 1959 – Amid the rainbow of bright colors produced by the cosmetic industry at the tail of the 1950s, the newest sensation in this year of 1959 is the chalk white look – white lipstick, white eyeshadow! Both are meant to be worn along with conventional colors, as shown by…

100 Years of Beauty – Ebony and Ivory comparison

Posted on February 27, 2015 by vmg | 0 Comments

Side by Side Time lapse of 100 Years in makeup and Hairstyles – Following on the viral success of their first video 100 Years of Beauty in One Minute – Cut Video return with a second interpretation of a century of beauty styles – this time comparing dark and light skinned complexions. For my money the Marshay is the Empress…

100 Years of Beauty in 1 Minute

Posted on December 17, 2014 by vmg | 2 Comments

Vintage Beauty Video goes Viral – Its a wonder no one thought of doing a time lapse of hair and makeup styles -before ( well I did – but I never got a round to it … har har ) but this very entertaining video of a woman being coiffed and made-up and posed to suit the looks of every…

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Vogue 1950 – 7 Steps to Big Eyes by Barbara Mullen

Posted on September 12, 2014 by vmg | 1 Comments

Vogue Super Model Barbara Mullen shares her eye make-up secrets – The stunning model Barbara Mullen will show you her technique for 1950s eye makeup, the ultimate trompe-l’oeil, calculated to double the size of your eyes and add to their brilliance and magnetism. Seat yourself comfortably, with your elbows on a firm base for a slow, steady hand. Have a…

Americas Most Popular Beauty Aids in 1951

Posted on August 5, 2014 by vmg | 0 Comments

The Top 12 cosmetic products for 1951 – Some names are still with us, some brands are fondly remembered and some are completely forgotten. Every generation of women will remember her own personal must haves. These are the top listed beauty aids, hair products and makeup products for 1951.

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Makeup Timeline – 1900 to 1960s

Posted on April 8, 2014 by vmgpost | 0 Comments

A Handy Guide for Makeup Looks from 1900 to 1960s. These looks were created for the film documentary The Powder and the Glory – which is based on the book WAR PAINT by Lindy Woodhead, telling the story of two of the biggest names in cosmetics in the early 20th Century – Helena Rubinstein and Elizabeth Arden. Makeup artist David…

Audrey Hepburn Eyes – 1950’s Makeup Guide

Posted on June 11, 2012 by vmgpost | 0 Comments

In the 1950’s – eyebrows took off ! Natural arches, V-shapes, straight-across patterns, or eyebrows slanting toward the temples. If you long for the Audrey Hepburn look from Sabrina – then this simple guide – adapted from Makeup & Beauty – 1950s Makeup Guides – will help. Elongate them – shorten them – raise them -lower them, and all without…