Westmore Beauty Book -- A Complete 1950s Guide to Vintage Makeup, Hairstyling and Beauty Techniques

Originally published in 1956 this rare makeup beauty and hairstyling book contains all of the information needed to create the glamorous movie-star look of the 1950s. Beginning with a self evaluation beauty questionnaire the book will show you how to analyze transform and perfect your own beauty by learning how to know and accent your best features while playing down and concealing your imperfections. Using this book youll discover the 1950s how-tos for: MAKEUP: cosmetics foundations face powders rouge lipstick eye shadow mascara eyebrows lips cleansing creams nourishing creams skin fresheners beauty problems; HAIR: custom home permanents blocking cutting shampooing pin-curling bleaching tinting dyeing hairstyles; PERSONALITY: poise social graces beauty and health psychology of beauty; EXTRA-SPECIALS: photographic makeup beauty progress chart beauty aids beauty bonuses beauty budget daily beauty routine complete makeup procedure questionnaires charts diagrams pictures comprehensive index. The authors of this book were the Westmore brothers who all worked in the motion picture industry as Directors of Makeup and Hairstyling at various movie studios. Their combined experience and knowledge of beauty makeup and hairdressing culminates in this book which offers guidance and advice just as the Westmores gave to some of the worlds loveliest movie stars. The Westmores explain with simple easy-to-follow text and illustrations every aspect of beauty care and answer every beauty problem that may be yours -- all from a genuine 1950s viewpoint by those who created the makeup and beauty trends that defined the decade. With over 400 illustrations and step-by-step instruction youll have access to the Westmores magic secrets makeup tips and charts. Sample book contents and pages are shown at the top of this page.