Perfect Jazz Age makeup looks
GoBeauty Blog decided to collect for you the best retro makeup ideas.
Since the 1920s Jazz Age, jazz has become recognised as a significant form of musical expression. It then emerged in the form of independent traditional and popular musical styles, all linked by the common bonds of African-American and European-American musical parentage with a performance orientation.
An interesting fact is that after years of make-up being in the wilderness, it kicked off again during the 1920s. Cosmetics became more affordable and new products launched onto the market.
The 1920s were also the era when Max Factor began officially referring to his cosmetics as ‘make-up’ so it was the moment lipstick, rouge, eyeshadow and mascara flourished.
Well-known Gloria Swanson was the picture of 1920s fashion. Never knowingly understated, her extravagant dress sense meant that she was one of the decade’s stand-out style star.
Now let’s move on to more examples of the retro makeup looks of the Jazz Age.