Where Cosmetics & Art Intersect
Dedicated to the preservation, exhibition and research of makeup from all eras and cultures
The Makeup Museum
Defining “makeup” as pigment applied in a temporary manner to the face or body for beautification, creative, artistic, religious or spiritual purposes, the Makeup Museum focuses exclusively on color cosmetics.
Exhibits
What’s On
Our informative digital exhibitions call attention to thought-provoking issues within makeup history and current beauty culture, while never losing sight of makeup’s playful side.
Stila at 25
The Makeup Museum is pleased to present Girls Illustrated: Stila at 25. In honor of Stila’s 25th anniversary in 2019, the exhibi…View Exhibition
Makeup for merfolk
The Makeup Museum is pleased to present A Splash of Color: Makeup for Merfolk. The exhibition explores the the history of mermaid-…View Exhibition
I’m Your Venus
“I’m Your Venus: The Reception of Antiquity in Modern Cosmetic Advertising and Marketing”, a conference hosted by Drs. Laur…View Exhibition
COLLECTION
Browse
Lovingly curated for nearly 20 years and continuing to grow, the Makeup Museum’s collection is one of the most extensive in the world.
Support
The Makeup Museum deeply appreciates every offer of support that comes our way. Find out more about how you can contribute.
Support
The Makeup Museum deeply appreciates every offer of support that comes our way. Find out more about how you can contribute.
Stories
Learn
Written by the founder and curator, the Museum’s blog is a casual space to learn about makeup history, the latest trends, and much more.
Women’s History Network Conference, Sept. 5-6
Hello! It’s been a while since anything has been posted at the blog. I just wanted to pop in and give a quick recap of my 72…Read More
Color Connection #49
Victor Vasarely, Majus, 1967-1968 Gamerglam Cosmetics, Gamer Pride palette, summer 2021Read More
Curator’s corner, winter 2024
It's officially spring in the Northern hemisphere, but I still wanted to do a quick catch up on winter, which, for the purpose…Read More