Depictions of legendary historical figures, such as Yang Guifei, one of the "Four Beauties" of ancient China, often showcase them adorned with elaborate make-up. However, make-up was just as ...

The lighting is even more accurate, with Ding primarily using torches, kerosene lamps, and candles to illuminate nighttime ...

China had a thriving cosmetics industry more than a thousand years ago, archaeologists have found. The industry, which flourished between 618 and 907AD, produced a range of products including ...