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A Stylish Cosmetics Quiz for Makeup Lovers

Sucheta Pradhan

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Do you like getting dolled up for special occasions with a nice dress and plenty of cosmetics? If you love your makeup, take this challenge to check how much you actually know about it!
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Originally used to prevent eye infections, there are ample depictions of people wearing kohl in their eyes in ancient Egyptian paintings and sculptures dating as back as the Bronze Age.
Perfect eyes!
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In olden days, a white powder called Ceruse was used in Europe to artificially lighten the complexion. However, its use was eventually stopped as long-term exposure to it caused lead poisoning, hair loss, mental problems, and even death.
Lighten it up!
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If a cosmetic product is labeled as hypoallergenic, it means that you will have the least chances of catching an allergy if you use that product. However, no hypoallergenic product is fool-proof as everyone’s skin type is different.
No harm done!
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Rouge a.k.a. blusher or blush is a cosmetic product in the form of powder or cream used to add a dash of color to cheeks so that the face looks fresher and more youthful.
Blush your way!
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Biotherm is a French cosmetic brand that was founded in 1952. Currently part of the L’Oreal group, it is known for its skincare products such as body milks and solar creams.
Branded stuff!
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Guerlain is a French perfume company founded in 1884 that has been credited with the first commercial production of the lipstick. The main ingredients in their first lipsticks were deer tallow, beeswax, and castor oil.
Color your lips!
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Procter and Gamble is the world’s biggest cosmetic manufacturer, followed by L'Oreal and Unilever. Commonly known as P&G, this American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
The Giants!
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Under the US Federal Law, a product can either be a cosmetic or a medicine. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will classify your product as per its intended use. However, if you claim your product to be both, you may be violating the law.
No false claims!
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In 2013, MAC collaborated with Rihanna back-to-back for three seasonal collections viz., Summer, Fall, and Holiday. This celeb collab, called RiRi Hearts MAC, has been the most successful one for MAC till date.
The success quotient!
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H. Couture Beauty Diamond is the world’s most expensive lipstick that sells at $14 million per piece. Its casing is made of 1,200 pink diamonds, which is why it is so expensive.
High buy!
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A crème deodorant named Mum was the first ever commercial deodorant created in 1889 in Philadelphia. With a zinc compound as its active ingredient, the deo cream came in a jar and was supposed to be applied with fingers.
The torchbearer!
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The famous American brand, CoverGirl, went with their popular tagline, “Easy, breezy, beautiful” till 2017. In 2017, however, they replaced it with a new tagline – I am what I make up – which has become equally popular too.
Brand motto!
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“Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself.” – Coco Chanel

So, if you are already feeling more beautiful after taking this quiz, let’s take a look at your scores!