The Makeup Museum’s collection contains over 2,500 objects from the late 19th century through the present year, and eventually will incorporate artifacts dating prior to the 1800s.  From renowned and iconic vintage objects to unique contemporary pieces, the Museum is home to an eclectic, one-of-a-kind collection that spans all categories of makeup and related memorabilia from all over the globe.
Makeup Museum Collection
Digitization of the Museum’s collection is ongoing.  In the meantime a PDF of the inventory is available for viewing and download.

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Collection Highlights

Makeup Museum - powder boxes

A selection of powder boxes, 1920-1930s
Makeup Museum collection - Chantecaille Butterfly eyeshadows

Chantecaille Butterfly eyeshadows, spring 2006
Makeup Museum collection - Stratton mermaid compact

Stratton mermaid compact, ca. 1940s
Makeup Museum collection - Guerlain Cherry Blossom lipsticks

Guerlain Cherry Blossom lipstick and cases, spring 2020
Makeup Museum collection - Faberge lashes

Faberge false eyelashes, mid to late 1960s
Makeup Museum collection - Shu Uemura cleansing oils

Shu Uemura cleansing oils, 2004-2018
Makeup Museum collection - Overton's

Overton’s face powder boxes from the 1920s through the early 60s
Makeup Museum collection - Florasis Miao palette

Florasis Miao palette, fall 2020