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French cosmetic company Guerlain became producing first commercial lipstick product. They made it from deer tallow, castor oil, beeswax, and then covered it in silk paper.
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It was invented by Maurice Levy.
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French Chemist Paul Baudercroux invented lipstick “Rouge Baiser” which was marketed as kiss-proof. It was quickly banned from the market because it was so strong that it caused problems with removing it from the wearer’s lips.
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Second World War made lipstick scarce, because several of its essential ingredients were used in the war effort (petroleum and castor oil). During those years, metal tubes were replaced by plastic and paper.
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Cosmetics company Bonnie Bell introduced to the public first flavored lipstick called “Lip Smackers”. This type of lipstick became instant success among younger female audience.
