Makeup and beauty are often seen as superficial, but for many, they are tools for storytelling and self-discovery. From the ancient Egyptians using eyeliner to protect their eyes from the sun to modern professionals using it as a "masterpiece" on the skin, beauty rituals have long been a way for people to navigate different stages of life. The Story of Self-Expression
For many, the journey with makeup begins in childhood. One makeup artist recalls being five years old and seeing teenagers with sparkles on their lips, sparking a lifelong love for self-expression. This creative spark often leads to experimentation: