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Beauty Flashback: Disco Divas Plug Maybelline's Kissing Stick
In this disco-centric Maybelline gloss commercial of the late-1970s, we're asked dippy riddles, like "What kisses your lips, but isn't human?" "What tastes great, but adds no weight?" and "What's a sweet treat you can't eat?"
Beauty Flashback: Before They Were Movie Stars
Almost every star has to pay her dues before making it big. Such is the case with the star of this 1983 commercial. And boy, did she pay her dues with this one.
Beauty Flashback: Dandruff Disaster
Ballet instructors have enough to worry about without freaking out about dandruff. These and other important lessons will be learned in this earnest, hokey Head and Shoulders spot from the '60s.
How to Give Yourself Over to Romance and Glamour
I don't know about you, but when I think of natural-looking makeup, I picture lavender eye shadow, violently applied blush, and frosted lipstick. Fortunately, we have this hilarious straight-from-the-'80s video, in which Knots Landing star Donna Mills shows you how to get in touch with your sensual side. (Apparently, doing so involves purring while taking a bubble bath, then wearing shoulder pads galore.) Check it out if you want a laugh, but don't get too flashy.
Beauty Flashback: Boy Band Has a Bad Hair Day
The Internet just lets childhood embarrassments live on and on, doesn't it? My childhood BFF recently sent me this video as a reminder of our junior-high crushes on the Guys Next Door. Developed at the height of NKOTB mania, the Guys had a Saturday morning variety show that was ostensibly funny.
Beauty Flashback: Bold Hold
Do you need to get a grip or, dare I say, a Bold Hold? Well, I sure do . .
Beauty Flashback: Rinse Away
This 1970 commercial provides so much insight into the polyester era's dating habits. Apparently, to snag a man, follow this woman's lead by obviously dropping your scarf on the ground. Susan here is all smoove-lovah until she thinks she might have dandruff.
Beauty Flashback: Cold Cream For a Cold War Era
They say you have to suffer to be beautiful, but this commercial from the '50s takes the concept to a scary new level. I don't want to ruin the surprise for you, but I will say that I've been looking for a way to incorporate Geiger counters into my beauty routine, and now I have found it. Horrifying.
Beauty Flashback: Encounters Perfume
I have always hoped to experience "resemblances of fragrances," but I never dared to dream that they'd be hawked by a dude who sounds like the missing link between Bela Lugosi and Pepe le Pew. Now I'll be ready when I'm on the go, when I have a full agenda ahead of me, or a special evening relaxing at home. (Can't get enough perfume knockoffs?
Beauty Flashback: Gee, Your Hair Smells Terrific
I'm too young to remember when Gee, Your Hair Smells Terrific was on shelves, but gee, I can't imagine why a shampoo with a ridiculous name didn't stick around. Ah, but you can't keep a good thing down for long, which is why the shampoo and conditioner are back. I think I'll pass.
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