Cosmetics , (art of grooming, beautifying), means of taking care of the human skin and beautifying the appearance. Cosmetics have been widely used since ancient times. The Egyptians , the Romans , the Arabs painted their cheeks , eyelashes, eyelids, curled their hair , and used fragrant oils instead of perfume . Armenian historians report information about the cosmetics popular in ancient Armenia. Animal and vegetable fats , essential oils, resins , dyes were included in the composition of cosmetic products (as they are now).
