From the ancient Egyptians who used copper and lead to create the world's first cosmetics, to a time-tested scientifically advanced product that can do everything from conceal enlarged pores to smooth facial complexion and transforming the dull green of your eyes into a vibrant emerald shade. Makeup has been an essential part of humanity for over thousands of years. Cosmetologists, chemists, stylists, religious leaders and governments have had an incredible impact on the world of cosmetics with approximately ten thousand years of experience. Because it is human nature to find new ways to express ourselves artistically and always aim for perfection. Cosmetics played a really important role in the transition from ancient civilization to the modern way of living life. Over the centuries, women used burnt matches to darken their eyes, berries to stain their lips, and boys' urine to darken freckles. . People even swallowed the ox's blood in some imprudent experiment to improve their complexion! Throughout history, women have endangered their lives and health with many of their homemade cosmetics. For example, in some cultures, women have used arsenic, mercury, lead, and even leeches to give themselves the pale presence deemed beautiful in ancient times. We have come a long way from the days of using dangerous toxic substances and deadly concoctions to enhance our appearance. Today's multibillion-dollar cosmetics industry must meet strict government rules about what it can and cannot include in products and must follow safe manufacturing guidelines. The most serious injury you could suffer from your cosmetics today is an irritation, a rash or an allergy... middle of paper... ut), is an example of this aspect. This has been in fashion for centuries. During the European Middle Ages, cosmetics almost disappeared from the public eye. This is due to the tradition of prostitutes to use too many cosmetics to hide their true age and emphasize their beauty and appearance, for a long time cosmetics were forgotten by most of the European population. Monarchs made public announcements and statements that wearing makeup was undignified and improper. Church officials also spread the belief that makeup was used only by pagans and Satan worshipers, and for a long time only theater actors and actresses were the only ones allowed to wear makeup, but only during their performances.Conclusion:I cosmetics have helped us change our appearance, repaired our bodies in times of illness and given us the power to express our religion and beliefs.