The history of Makeup in the Ancient World

The first archaeological evidence of cosmetics and makeup  is found in Ancient Egypt around 4000 BC.  The Ancient people from Greeks and Romans also used cosmetics.  Fragrances, particularly frankincense and myrrh are mentioned in the Christian Bible: Exodus 30: 34, Gospel of Matthew 2:11.  whilst in Egypt, Ancients  had a wide extent of make-up utensils. One of them is kohl, which was used to outline the eyes and still used till now. The kohl is made up of lead, copper, burned almonds, soot, and other ingredients. It was believed that eye make-up could ward off evil spirits and improve the sight. Even the poor wore eye make-up in ancient Egypt. The production of cosmetics during ancient Rome was usually done by female slaves called Cosmetae.