Way Ahead Of Her Time
Often associated with contemporary reality stars, Marilyn Monroe was, in fact, a pioneer in makeup techniques. She perfected the art of using multiple shades to enhance her facial features. To achieve fuller-looking lips, Monroe applied five different shades of lipsticks and gloss, strategically using darker reds on the outer corners and lighter reds in the middle of her lips.
This ingenious technique created a shadowy 3D effect, giving her lips a plumper appearance. Marilyn’s makeup innovation showcased her ahead-of-her-time beauty expertise, influencing makeup trends that continue to be popular today.
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