Follow my blog with bloglovin´“It's an honor to be a part of such a legendary group of stars representing Max Factor, such as Rita Hayworth and Marilyn Monroe, ... I'm so excited to start working on the campaign.” -Carmen Electra
Max Factor Facts:
1) He invented lipgloss (one of Glamour Whores very favorite things in the whole wide world). He created it in 1930 for the movies.
2)He coined the term "makeup" based on the verb "to make up one's face". I literally wouldn't be a makeup artist if it wasn't for Max factor.
3)Many of Max Factor's celebrity clients appeared, UNPAID (I'm sure done out of love for the much appreciated Max Factor), in beautiful full page, color magazine ads to promote Max Factor cosmetics, so the brand "Max Factor" soon became world-renowned.
4)Mr.Factor founded his cosmetics dynasty in 1909. 100 years ago.
5)Max Factor actually started out as a wig-maker and was responsible for such looks such as Billy Burke's blond curls from her role as the Good Witch Glinda in "The Wizard of Oz" and Lucille Ball's bright red wig.
6)He was born Maximilian Factorowitz
I write this post with mixed emotions. This is my 100th post and I'm pleased with it's progress thus far and I am excited about it's/my future. That being said, I just wish my milestone post wasn't a farewell to Max Factor products. No, Max Factor is not filing for bankruptcy. The world renowned brand will just no longer be available in the US due to less than lackluster sales. And I think it's BULLSHIT!! Yes, I eloquently said "BULLSHIT".
Max Factor is as American as Apple Pie or baseball!! An Icon like Marilyn Monroe (who had her "face" done by Max Factor) and as recognizable a brand as Pepsi or Ford. Of all his inventions the one that has had the biggest impact is "Hollywood Glamour" because make no mistake about it, Max Factor is the person who brought glamour to the silver screen.
Max Factor founded the company bearing his name in 1909, 100 in years ago. The Factor family sold the company in 1973 for $500 million. In 1991 Procter and Gamble purchased the company and has owned it ever since. And they are the ones I have an issue with. Why you ask? Because it's WRONG!! As I have stated, Max Factor is an American icon and basically invented the genre of film/movie makeup, but Proctor and Gamble have decided to discontinue the brand in the US. 1.2 Billion. That's how much Max Factor earns for P&G. Wow!! However almost all of the said 1.2 billion is revenue from countries outside of the US
Although the company only has around one per cent market share in the States, I feel that P&G makes enough to keep it on the shelves in the US. Even if only out of respect.
That, unfortunately is not going to happen, the product will no longer be available as of the beginning of 2010. So if you are a fan of Max Factor products I suggest you stock up now.
Instead of saying goodbye to the oldest, most renowned cosmetics company in the world I will instead say Happy Anniversary Max Factor(1909-2009). 100 years of making people beautiful and glamorous!!
100Years of Fabulous Ad Campaigns:
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Kisses Bitches...
Glamour Whore...xoxo
Follow my blog with bloglovin´"The hair is the richest ornament of women." -Martin Luther
Oribe. Ken Paves. Rita Hazan. Frédéric Fekkai. Recognize these names? Of course. They are well known celebrity hair stylists. Now, they are admittedly excellent at what they do. Amazing talents, all of them. That being stated, another name you should know but most likely don't is Olivier Chomienne. Olivier is by far the most amazing hair/wig stylist I have ever seen in my life. Yes, that is a strong statement and I mean every word.
As a makeup artist with a deep passion for fashion, I have been watching fashion runway shows and reading Vogue/Elle/WWD and any other fashion magazine/periodical I could get my hands on since I was about 9 years old and working as a makeup artist for more years than I will state. What I have noticed is the 1st thing people make note of is the clothes, the 2nd is usually shoes/accessories and 3rd makeup/hair, however usually more emphasis on the makeup. The hairstylist is sometimes the unsung hero. However, Olivier may change all of that.
His creations are works of art that should be on display in the Louvre Museum or MOMA. If Olivier is the stylists on a shoot, you can bet the hair is going to be the star of the show. His talent is awe inspiring, cutting edge and... well...literally hair raising.
From the bio on his website: http://chomienne.com/
Olivier Chomienne was born and raised in France. He has lived and travelled throughout the world and often pulls his inspirations from the exotic cultures and colors he experienced. He has developed a unique style which ranges from natural beauty to one-of-a-kind pieces for high end concepts. After years of working in some of the top salons, he is now expanding into the world of editorial hairstyling , runway work, and art exhibitions. He is known for his conceptual abilities and positive energy.
Olivier is now based in New York City.
Clients include, but no limited to :
Highlights Magazine (AUS), Teen Vogue Magazine (US), PapierDoll Magazine (UK), Blink Magazine (MX), CosmoGirl Magazine (US), Seventeen Magazine (US), Digital Arts Magazine (UK), H Magazine (Spain), Teen Prom Magazine (US), YM Magazine (US), LAG Magazine (US), ZOOMZOOM (US), Passion Magazine (US), Rivaaj Magazine (IN), New You Magazine (US), Florida international (US), CNN, FOX, MTV, Ralph Lauren, Pamela Thompson, Schwarzpof, Wella, Rene Furtherer, and more.
The work of Olivier Chomienne:
Kisses Bitches...
Glamour Whore...xoxo
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