The best beauty buys that have stood the test of time
During WW2, ‘beauty on duty’ makeup became a morale booster and was even psychologically worn as a sign of strength from the women supporting their husbands on the home front. This included lots of bold colours such as strong red lips, bright rosy cheeks and dark defined brows. Brands like Elizabeth Arden introduced ‘victory red’ lipstick and with many of these beauty trends still standing the test of time in today’s world, Nadine shows us how to get the retro 1940s look.
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NIVEA (1911)NIVEA Creme Moisturiser for Face Hands and Body£2.49, Superdrug
ELIZABETH ARDEN (1910)Elizabeth Arden Red Lipstick£28, Elizabeth Arden
BOURJOIS (1863)Bourjois Little Round Pot Blusher 95 Rose De Jaspe£5.30, Notino
MAX FACTOR (1909)Max Factor Creme Puff Powder Compact£9.99, Boots
RIMMEL LONDON (1834)Rimmel Professional Eye Brow Pencil£4.49, Boots
YARDLEY LONDON (1770)Yardley London English Lavender Eau de Toilette£18, Boots
COTY (1904)Coty L'Aimant Parfum de Toilette Spray£14.49, Boots
BOOTS (1849)Boots Traditional Glycerin and Rosewater£2.50, Boots
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