Geisha makeup is back
For centuries, elite Japanese entertainers were famous for their heavy white makeup, bright red lipstick, hair dressed in complex traditional knots, and ornate kimonos - Geishas, or Geiko Sans. Now, a cosmetics company (Isehan Honten) is reviving the traditional lip coloring that’s used by Geishas. They’re seeking to introduce it to a whole new generation of Japanese women for everyday use. If you’re currently in Japan or planning to visit there soon, look out for it in stores.