lipstick
Sign in to savethumb|upright|A woman applying red lipstick thumb|upright|Lips with dark crimson lipstick thumb|upright|A tube of red lipstick Lipstick is a cosmetic product used to apply color and texture to lips, often made of wax and oil. Different pigments are used to produce color, and minerals such as silica may be used to provide texture. The use of lipstick dates back to early civilizations such as Sumer and the Indus Valley Civilisation, and was popularized in the Western world in the 16th century. Some lipsticks contain traces of toxic materials, such as lead and PFAS, which prompted health concerns
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Lipstick is a cosmetic product made of wax and oil with added pigments and minerals that people apply to their lips for color and texture. The practice has a long history dating back to early civilizations, though it became widespread in the Western world during the 16th century, and some health concerns have arisen because certain lipsticks may contain trace amounts of toxic materials like lead and PFAS.
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15 sectionsContents
- History
- Early history
- United Kingdom and France
- United States
- Lipstick trends
- Significance in sexuality
- Ingredients
- Safety
- Lead traces
- Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
- In forensic science
- See also
- Notes
- References
- External links
thumb|upright|A woman applying red lipstick thumb|upright|Lips with dark crimson lipstick thumb|upright|A tube of red lipstick Lipstick is a cosmetic product used to apply color and texture to lips, often made of wax and oil. Different pigments are used to produce color, and minerals such as silica may be used to provide texture. The use of lipstick dates back to early civilizations such as Sumer and the Indus Valley Civilisation, and was popularized in the Western world in the 16th century. Some lipsticks contain traces of toxic materials, such as lead and PFAS, which prompted health concerns and regulation.
Lipstick has been prominent in several women's fashion trends, often associated with women's sexuality. The color of lipstick has aesthetic and cultural significance, as different colors carry different connotations. Red lipstick has historically been associated with sensuality or women's independence, while black lipstick is worn by both men and women in alternative subcultures, especially punk and goth. Celebrities such as Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, Madonna, and Taylor Swift have contributed to the popularity and iconic images of lipstick in fashion and mainstream media.