--- product_id: 52347951 title: "Face Paint: The Story of Makeup" price: "R1097" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/52347951-face-paint-the-story-of-makeup store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Iconic vintage & modern makeup visuals 100+ years of makeup history Authored by top makeup artist Lisa Eldridge Face Paint: The Story of Makeup **Price:** R1097 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💄 Unlock the timeless art of makeup — where history meets glamour! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Face Paint: The Story of Makeup - **How much does it cost?** R1097 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/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 - • **Expert Authorship:** Written by Lisa Eldridge, a globally renowned makeup artist with a loyal following. - • **Visual Masterpiece:** Stunning vintage and contemporary imagery that brings makeup history to life. - • **A Century of Glamour:** Dive deep into 100+ years of makeup evolution and cultural impact. - • **Coffee Table Essential:** A beautifully crafted book that doubles as a stylish conversation starter. - • **Women’s History Through Makeup:** Explore how makeup reflects and shapes women’s stories across time. ## Overview Face Paint: The Story of Makeup is a visually stunning and expertly written book by Lisa Eldridge, tracing the 100+ year evolution of makeup from ancient practices to modern cosmetic breakthroughs. Combining rich historical insights with iconic imagery, it offers a unique lens on women’s history and the cultural significance of makeup, making it a must-have for beauty enthusiasts and style-savvy professionals alike. ## 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 - Face Paint: The Story of Makeup - Product type: ABIS BOOK - Brand: Abrams & Chronicle Books ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 67,269 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 85 in Fashion History 89 in Fashion & Style (Books) 162 in Fashion Design | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,450 Reviews | ## Images ![Face Paint: The Story of Makeup - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/818Jk2ruikL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## 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.co.za/products/52347951-face-paint-the-story-of-makeup](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/52347951-face-paint-the-story-of-makeup) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-07-25*