--- product_id: 52347951 title: "Face Paint: The Story of Makeup" price: "$72.98" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/52347951-face-paint-the-story-of-makeup store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Authored by makeup icon Lisa Eldridge Comprehensive makeup history Exquisite vintage makeup visuals Face Paint: The Story of Makeup **Price:** $72.98 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💄 Unlock the timeless art of makeup with Lisa Eldridge’s masterpiece! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Face Paint: The Story of Makeup - **How much does it cost?** $72.98 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/52347951-face-paint-the-story-of-makeup) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Historical Depth:** Explore the fascinating origins and evolution of makeup through the ages. - • **Expert Authorship:** Written by Lisa Eldridge, a globally renowned makeup artist and influencer. - • **Coffee Table Elegance:** A beautifully designed book that doubles as a stylish décor piece. - • **Iconic Visual Journey:** Dive into stunning imagery of makeup legends and vintage styles. - • **Perfect Gift for Aesthetes:** Ideal for makeup lovers and fashion history enthusiasts alike. ## Overview Face Paint: The Story of Makeup is a visually stunning and deeply informative book by celebrated makeup artist Lisa Eldridge. It traces the rich history of makeup from its origins to modern-day artistry, featuring iconic muses and vintage styles. Highly rated and perfect as a coffee table book or gift, it appeals to anyone passionate about beauty, fashion, and cultural history. ## Description Make-up, as we know it, has only been commercially available in the last 100 years, but applying decoration to the face and body may be one of the oldest global social practices. Lisa Eldridge, one of the world’s foremost make-up artists―with a very large and loyal public following of her own―has written the first real history of the subject. Face Paint will explore the reasons behind make-up’s use, the actual materials employed and manufactured through the ages, the icons that people emulate and how they achieved their effects, the impact on women’s lives and the present and future of make-up from high profile practitioners artists to cosmetic breakthroughs. Along with the glamorous trappings, this is also about women’s history and the ways in which we can understand their story through the prism of make-up. Review: Stunning - I love Lisa Eldridge so when I found out that she was bringing out a book about makeup I was ecstatic. It contains exquisite pictures of beautiful vintage makeup and pictures of Lisa's makeup muses such as Brigitte Bardot and Marilyn Monroe. This is a must have for anyone who loves everything about makeup. It contains everything right back to where makeup originated from to how it has been used since then. Absolutely fascinating and a brilliant coffee table book! Review: Beautiful book! - I have watched Lisa’s YouTube videos for years and I finally decided to get her book and it is brilliant for anyone who is interested in make up and wants to learn more about its history. Really informative but also beautiful to look at. The narrative is distinctly Lisa and so it is wonderfully written. This would make a lovely gift and also a lovely coffee table book. ## Features - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 128,446 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 137 in Fashion History 151 in Fashion & Style (Books) 267 in Fashion Design | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,444 Reviews | ## Images ![Face Paint: The Story of Makeup - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/818Jk2ruikL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning *by K***O on 13 January 2016* I love Lisa Eldridge so when I found out that she was bringing out a book about makeup I was ecstatic. It contains exquisite pictures of beautiful vintage makeup and pictures of Lisa's makeup muses such as Brigitte Bardot and Marilyn Monroe. This is a must have for anyone who loves everything about makeup. It contains everything right back to where makeup originated from to how it has been used since then. Absolutely fascinating and a brilliant coffee table book! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful book! *by E***P on 1 April 2020* I have watched Lisa’s YouTube videos for years and I finally decided to get her book and it is brilliant for anyone who is interested in make up and wants to learn more about its history. Really informative but also beautiful to look at. The narrative is distinctly Lisa and so it is wonderfully written. This would make a lovely gift and also a lovely coffee table book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A CONCISE HISTORY OF FACE PAINTING/MAKE-UP *by F***R on 5 January 2024* Lovely book for anyone interested in make/up through the ages. Great illustrations. Bought this for a birthday present for a beautician. ## Frequently Bought Together - Face Paint: The Story of Makeup - Classic Beauty: The History of Makeup - Color Theory for the Make-up Artist: Understanding Color and Light for Beauty and Special Effects --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/52347951-face-paint-the-story-of-makeup](https://www.desertcart.us/products/52347951-face-paint-the-story-of-makeup) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-06-09*