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Iconic makeup brands throughout history

  • Writer: carolina cantillo
    carolina cantillo
  • Mar 31, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: May 10, 2024


Women with makeup and eyeliner

Throughout history, several makeup brands have become industry icons due to their innovation, quality and popularity. Some of these iconic brands include:


  • Maybelline: Founded in 1915 by American chemist T.L. Williams, it is one of the oldest and most recognized makeup brands worldwide, known for its mascaras and foundations.


  • Max Factor: Founded in 1909 by Maximilian Faktorowicz, it is another legendary brand that has been a pioneer in the makeup industry, especially in terms of skin and face products.


  • Revlon: Established in 1932 by Charles Revson, along with his brother Joseph Revson and chemist Charles Lachman. It is known for its high quality products and wide range of shades.


  • Estée Lauder: Founded in 1946 by Estée and Joseph Lauder. It is a luxury brand that has created some of the most iconic makeup products, including its famous Double Wear Foundation.


  • L'Oréal: Founded by Eugène Schueller, a French chemist in 1909. It is a leading brand in the global beauty market, with a wide range of makeup, skin care and hair care products.

Woman with colorful makeup

  • Chanel: The French brand Chanel, founded by Coco Chanel in 1909, has been an influential force in the fashion and beauty world, with iconic makeup products such as Rouge Coco Lipstick and Chanel N°5 perfume.


  • MAC Cosmetics: Founded by Frank Toskan and Frank Angelo in 1984, MAC Cosmetics has become an iconic brand known for its wide range of colors and its support of diversity and inclusion.


  • NARS: Founded by makeup artist François Nars in 1994, NARS is known for its innovative products and sleek, edgy aesthetic.


  • Clinique: Founded in 1968 by famed American fashion editor Carol Phillips and dermatologist Dr. Norman Orentreich, Clinique is known for its hypoallergenic and fragrance-free skin care and makeup products.


  • CoverGirl: Founded by Noxzema Chemical Company in 1961. The brand was created as an extension of the popular Noxzema facial cleansing cream. Over the years, CoverGirl has become one of the leading brands in the cosmetic industry.



I hope you enjoyed this blog and remember that "beauty and wisdom are two jewels that, when combined, create an incomparable treasure." See you in the next blog. Remember to leave a like, comment, and follow me on social media.

 
 
 

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